Former April member and actress Lee Naeun shared an update after her trip to Italy with KwakTube.

On December 19th, Lee Naeun posted several photos on her personal account with the caption, "Brr, it’s cold! Collecting the things I like."

It had been about three months since Lee Naeun last posted on her personal account, back in September.

The day before, on December 18th, she shared a story on her account to update fans on her daily life, but this time she posted on her feed to share her current situation.

Lee Naeun, feeling the colder winter weather, shared some of her current hobbies. She showed herself making a bookshelf through woodworking, decorating a tree, and visiting a flower market to pick out flowers. Her healthy and simple life without any major activities caught attention.

Lee Naeun had previously faced criticism after appearing on KwakTube's YouTube channel. KwakTube made statements that seemed to defend Lee Naeun, who had been accused of bullying a member, which caused backlash. Additionally, past controversies resurfaced, pushing her return even further away.

Meanwhile, Lee Naeun debuted as a member of April in 2015 and is now working as an actress.

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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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