Tomorrow X Together (TXT) continues to make history with their impressive chart achievements.

On November 26, Billboard revealed that TXT’s 7th mini album The Name Chapter: SANCTUARY ranked at No. 41 on the Billboard 200 for the week, marking its second consecutive week in the top rankings. The album had debuted at No. 2 on the chart the previous week.

With this, TXT has now become the second K-pop act, after BTS, to have the most albums charted on the Billboard 200, with 8 Korean albums and 3 Japanese albums.

TXT is also making waves on Billboard's sub-charts. The Name Chapter: SANCTUARY placed 4th on World Albums, 6th on Top Album Sales, and 5th on Top Current Album Sales, staying in the top 10 on all three charts for two weeks.

Thanks to this continued success, TXT ranked 32nd on the Artist 100, marking their 84th week on the chart. This achievement has made them the longest-charting 4th-generation K-pop artist on the Artist 100.

A Big Win at the BBMAs

Adding to their growing list of accomplishments, TXT was named a finalist in three categories for the 2024 Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs): Top Global K-Pop Artist, Top K-Pop Touring Artist, and Top K-Pop Album. The prestigious awards show will air on December 12, and fans can watch it live on FOX and Amazon Fire TV.

TXT's remarkable achievements continue to prove they are at the forefront of the K-pop scene!

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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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