SHINee’s Minho recently shared a funny behind-the-scenes story about making U.S. First Lady Melania Trump smile.

On the KBS radio show Park Myung Soo’s Radio Show on November 11, Minho talked about his memorable interaction with Melania Trump. The conversation came up after Park Myung Soo mentioned that President Trump had been re-elected.

Minho recalled the moment, saying, “When she visited Korea, there was an event organized by the country. It was for a youth project, and something happened.” He added, “Melania Trump is usually very dignified and serious, but when she saw the girls scream after seeing me, she smiled brightly. It became a story on its own.”

When Park Myung Soo asked if Minho spoke to her in English, Minho explained, “I simply said it was an honor to meet her, and she liked it.”

Park jokingly asked if Minho would say, “Remember me?” if he met her again. Minho laughed and said, “Do I need to say that? Is there even a chance we’ll meet again?” He then playfully added, “If I do see her again, I might say, ‘Do you remember this incident from before?’ It could be a good icebreaker!”

Minho met Melania Trump at the Girls Play 2 campaign event on November 7, 2017, at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul. Around 80 middle school students from five schools attended the event, where they gave Melania Trump a standing ovation after her speech. When the female students cheered after seeing Minho, Melania Trump smiled and placed her hand on his arm.

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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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