Actress Seo Ye Ji is preparing to meet fans for the first time in her career, marking a big step back into the spotlight since facing personal controversies.

On December 3, her agency Sublime confirmed that Seo Ye Ji will hold her first-ever fan meeting, titled "2024 Seo Ye Ji 1st Fan Meeting 'FEDORA'" on December 29. The event will take place at Seongam Art Hall in Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam, Seoul, and fans are already buzzing with excitement.

The official poster for the event shows Seo Ye Ji dressed in a bold red top with a stylish fur-adorned hat, radiating warmth and charm just in time for the festive season. Fans from both Korea and overseas are looking forward to spending a special evening with the actress.

This fan meeting is particularly significant as it comes after a series of controversies that brought Seo Ye Ji under public scrutiny. In April 2021, she was accused of gaslighting her ex-boyfriend, actor Kim Jung Hyun, and faced additional allegations of school bullying and academic fraud. While the backlash was intense, she made her acting comeback in 2022 with the tvN drama Eve.

However, promotional events for the show, including its press conference, were notably absent.

Now, after joining Sublime in June this year, Seo Ye Ji appears ready for a fresh start. The actress has been slowly reconnecting with fans through social media updates and appearances, including attending a beauty brand event in August.

As the fan meeting approaches, there’s growing curiosity about whether Seo Ye Ji will address the controversies or keep the focus on celebrating her 11-year journey in the entertainment industry.

Sublime shared, “Seo Ye Ji has planned special performances and diverse content to make this event a memorable gift for her fans.” The fan meeting will take place in two sessions on December 29, at 2 PM and 6 PM. Tickets go on sale starting December 4 at 7 PM.

This event is set to be a major moment for Seo Ye Ji and her supporters, marking a new chapter 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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