Seo Ye Ji is ready to face the public again after a long break following controversy.

The actress will make her first public appearance on August 23rd at a photo session for a global cosmetics brand, held at a department store in Jung-gu, Seoul.

This event marks Seo Ye Ji's first time stepping in front of the press since the controversies that surrounded her personal life in 2021.

Back in 2021, Seo Ye Jifaced serious allegations, including accusations of gaslighting her ex-boyfriend Kim Jung-hyun, falsifying academic credentials, mistreating staff, and a scandal involving a plane ticket during her time in Spain. These controversies had a major impact on her career.

Although she returned to the screen in 2022 with the drama Eve, she avoided other public activities. Even the production press conference for Eve was canceled, and there were no promotional interviews.

Now, with her new agency Sublime, Seo Ye Ji is set for a comeback. All eyes will be on her as she makes her public appearance on the 23rd, marking a significant moment in her career.

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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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