On July 27th, the YouTube channel 'A-Class Jang Young Ran' featured a special visit to Kim Sae Rom’s home by Jang Young Ran, Park Seul Gi, and Ha Ji Young. They shared their personal experiences with celebrities, including some surprising stories.

Jang Young Ran talked about her reporter days, saying, “We stayed in the industry through hard work. Reporters don’t have personal lives. If there’s a promise with friends and a 'Hyun Bin CF shoot' comes up, you have to go immediately.”

Kim Sae Rom, Ha Ji Young, and Park Seul Gi also discussed tough moments with celebrities. Kim Sae Rom recalled a senior celebrity who made fun of her in front of others and tried to hit her after filming. Park Seul Gi shared that a male actor slapped her manager for being late because of a live radio show.

Despite these stories, the team wanted to hear about positive experiences. Kim Sae Rom talked about Jo In Sung, saying, “Years ago, during an interview, he greeted me with a deep bow and said, ‘Hello, Sae Rom.’ I thought he must be a really nice person.”

Ha Ji Young also had a touching story about Jo In Sung. She remembered, “On the day I was discharged, I went for an interview. Everyone was focused on Jo In Sung. I asked him, ‘What’s the first line?’ He lowered his microphone and asked, ‘Have you been well?’ It was very sweet.”

When Park Seul Gi asked if Ha Ji Young would talk about Kim Hye Soo, Ha Ji Young shared their special bond. She said, “In 2007, after sending off Kim Jong Min to the army, I mentioned wanting home-cooked food. Kim Hye Soo unexpectedly invited me to her home. Later, she ran after me to get my phone number so she could invite me for a meal. She even cooked for me.”

Ha Ji Young added, “Kim Hye Soo was very supportive. She bought 2/3 of the seats at my performances so her friends could come throughout the month. I’m very thankful to her.”

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Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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