Singer Kim Jong Kook surprised fans with a candid reveal about his love life on the January 12th episode of SBS's Running Man.

During the broadcast, the cast members participated in a "2025 Destiny Race", where they checked their tarot fortunes for the new year.

Kim Jong Kook’s love life took center stage when the tarot expert interpreted his fortune, saying, "This is the year when the fear of 'aggressive women' disappears."

Tarot expert added, "You've seen so many situations where people say, 'If you marry like that, it will be a disaster,' so you have some prejudice about marriage."

Kim Jong Kook, who confessed to having "marriage PTSD" (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), joked, "My really close lawyer is a divorce lawyer," hinting at his past experiences that have shaped his view on relationships.

The singer, who is known for keeping his soft heart hidden behind a strong exterior, was told by the tarot expert, "This year, it’s okay to say 'I don’t care' and let go. You’ll be free from taking responsibility for unnecessary people. You have a 'good boy complex,' and any wounds from past relationships will heal this year."

When it came to his love fortune, the tarot expert revealed, "Your love life looks promising, but the key is you want to be confessed to," with Haha quickly agreeing, "He can’t make a move. His pride is too strong."

Kim Jong Kook, who has never confessed first in his relationships, smiled at the prediction. "In the second half of the year, my love life will be busy. When there’s no woman, there’s none, but when it happens, two women will come at once," he said, leaving fans intrigued by his upcoming love journey.

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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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