Last month, Kang Hodong announced his tentative retirementfrom the entertainment industry, sending producers into a frenzy as they scramble to find replacements for Kang Hodong’s popular shows. In particular, it was announced that “Strong Heart” would continue with Lee Seunggi being the lone MC after co-hosting the show with Kang Hodong ever since the show’s inception. Lee Seunggi’s first attempt at hosting solo went smoothly, as he managed to handle the job well and impressed the producers
Another show that raised curiosity as to who would replace Kang Hodong as MC is SBS “Star King.” Kang Hodong had been hosting the show alone, and after much speculation, it was revealed that his main sidekicks, Leeteuk and Boom, would be taking over the show. Filming took place on October 3rd, with the first episode of the duo MCing scheduled to be aired on October 15th.
Even though Leeteuk has had a lot of experience with being an MC as well as filming for “Star King” as a regular guest, he expressed his concerns through a tweet prior to the filming, stating, “Today is the ‘Star King’ filming. Even though I have been on the show for 4 years, it will be a challenge. I am very nervous and worried. Aside from focusing and worrying about the guests, I will do my best. Please support me! ^^ Ah, nervous…”
Leeteuk once again tweeted after the filming, thanking those that were involved, such as the producers as well as his co-MC, Boom. He also expressed that, “I am still lacking…I hope everyone can give me pointers and assist me. In the future, I will do my best to learn and be more hard working, thank you everyone! Fighting!”
Meanwhile, Siwon cheered on Super Junior’s leader, tweeting, “Today, young girls’ leader, Super Junior’s leader Leeteuk will be filming SBS’s variety show ‘Star King’ for the first time! Please give a lot of support and attention! I’m so proud of you brother.”
Upon reading the tweet, Leeteuk responded, “Siwon, thank you! As time passes by, we have to work even harder. Let us make our dreams come true! Let’s talk more when we see each other tonight. Thank you.”
Source: @special1004 and @siwon407, koreaboo
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