Singer Kim Jong-kook delivered surprising wedding news, and the producers of 'Running Man' congratulated him in their own way by commemorating past remarks.
On the 18th, a new video titled 'Mr. Tiger is getting married!' was released on the official SBS 'Running Man' YouTube channel.
The 54-second video briefly includes mentions of Kim Jong-kook's marriage on 'Running Man.' First, while competing with Yoo Jae-suk and HaHa, Kim Jong-kook said, "How happy do you think (Yoo Jae-suk) is if he's telling me to get married quickly?" To which Yoo Jae-suk responded, "Doesn't he always say that? Who did you (HaHa) get married for?"
Then, during the 'Running Man' New Year's meeting broadcast in 2017, Lee Kwang-soo said, "I hope everyone has a happy year, and personally, I hope Jong-kook hyung gets married." To this, Kim Jong-kook replied, "Me?" looking surprised, and a caption appeared that read, "I'll find my own bride," bringing laughter.
The third video features HaHa saying during a broadcast themed 'Decision! Back' that Kim Jong-kook remarked, "You'll find out about my marriage through a portal site anyway." Kim Jong-kook replied, "He'll let you know through an article. My marriage news." This broadcast aired five years ago, and Kim Jong-kook actually hid the news of his marriage to surprise the 'Running Man' members.
Finally, Kim Jong-kook's birthday party was revealed, showing the members passionately congratulating him with joyful scenes.
Meanwhile, on the 18th, Kim Jong-kook conveyed his wedding news through his fan cafe, saying, "This year marks my 30th anniversary since debuting, and although I couldn't make the album I wanted, I have found my better half."
According to Kim Jong-kook's representatives, a quiet wedding ceremony will be held soon with family, relatives, and some close acquaintances. Kim Jong-kook stated, "Thanks to my fans, I am now getting married and embarking on a new challenge in life. I will continue to live as Kim Jong-kook who works hard."
Kim Jong-kook, who announced the wedding news, conveyed the same message during the 'Running Man' opening held that day. The broadcast is scheduled to air on the 31st.
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