Oh My Girl’s Yubin has been chosen as the main MC for the show ‘Legendary Cook.’

On September 25, her agency announced that Yubin will be the main MC for KBS 2TV’s ‘Legendary Cook,’ working alongside comedian Kim Jun-hyun.

‘Legendary Cook’ is a unique program made with the Republic of Korea Army to find the best military cook through the ‘International Military Culinary Competition.’

The show features cooks from different military units competing for the honor of sharing the ‘Legendary Recipe’ that will be used across all units. Yubin is expected to bring a lot of energy to the show with Kim Jun-hyun.

To prepare for her role as MC, Yubin has talked with her brother, who used to be a cook. During the recordings, she showed off her skills with quick comments and shared her cooking knowledge, impressing everyone around her.

Yubin recently returned to the spotlight after a year away by releasing Oh My Girl’s 10th mini album, ‘Dreamy Resonance,’ on August 26, with the title track ‘Classified.’ She is also a regular panelist on KBS 1TV’s ‘Issue Pick, with Teacher.’

‘Legendary Cook’ is set to premiere on October 1.

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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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