“Glamorous celebrity, what am I doing?”
Short hair, decision to quit broadcasting
Still appearing on TV, if you can't avoid it, enjoy it.
Short hair, decision to quit broadcasting
Still appearing on TV, if you can't avoid it, enjoy it.
Singer Lee Hyori shared her concerns. This is because I compare my current self with the celebrities who are glamorously portrayed in the media.
After marrying singer Lee Sang-soon, he started ‘living in Jeju Island’. It was a choice I made because I wanted a quiet life. This is why many people sympathize with his concerns, a situation where reality and ideals collide.
Hyori Lee recently appeared on tvN's 'Canada Check-in'. Hyori Lee talked about her concerns while having dinner with an acquaintance. He confessed, “Earlier, when I saw celebrities on social media going to Paris and taking really fancy pictures, I thought, ‘What am I doing here?’”
He continued, "I guess that's what my fans want me to be," and "I haven't fully accepted my appearance 100%, and I feel like it's a bit in the middle. I'm sure I'll go somewhere later."
Hyori Lee is a star who dominated an era. He debuted in the group Fin.K.L. and gained considerable recognition as an idol. The heyday comes when you start to stand on your own. He met the public as a solo singer and was loved by people for his unique charm.
In addition, he served as an MC for various entertainment programs. Without envy, both singers and broadcasters have walked successful paths.
While she was at the peak of her love, Hyori Lee got married. Afterwards, he headed to Jeju Island. He appeared on a TV program and explained the reason for going to Jeju Island by joking, "What if I cheat?" However, there must have been personal concerns.
He cited quiet rest as an advantage of living in Jeju Island. When I was young, I lived a fierce entertainment industry, and after getting married, I wanted to get away from it and have my own time. However, contrary to his intentions, the news of 'Lee Hyori' was still a curious issue to the public.
Naturally, the broadcasting company looked for Lee Hyo-ri, and she also agreed to appear. The problem is that it has been embroiled in numerous controversies since its broadcast appearance. MBC ‘What do you do when you hang out?’ At the time of the appearance, the spread of COVID-19 had not subsided. Many people criticized Lee Hyo-ri's behavior when she visited a karaoke bar, which was classified as a high-risk facility. Hyori Lee went through controversy and even cried on air.
In addition, the 'Mao remarks' made in entertainment became a target of Chinese netizens, who said they were reminiscent of Chinese politician Mao Zedong. Recently, a cafe opened in Jeju Island was criticized. It is said that its great popularity made life uncomfortable for nearby residents.
Lee Hyo-ri's every action or word caused a huge stir. These were the opposite of the quiet years I had spent on Jeju Island. Because of that, Lee Hyori must have been tired of living as a ‘celebrity’. That was the reason he suddenly cut his hair short and said, “I’m going to quit broadcasting now.”
However, Lee Hyori still appears on broadcasts. Because he had received attention and love all his life, it must have been difficult to give it up all at once. Also, there are many fans who want to see him. If you can't quit the 'celebrity life', enjoying it may be a way to solve your problems.
Reporter Junho Yoon, Ten Asia delo410@tenasia.co.kr