Oh Seung-hwan, known for his impressive career earnings of 28.8 billion won, showcased his wealth on the recent episode of MBC's variety show 'Radio Star.'
The episode, aired on the 4th, featured Oh Seung-hwan, Lee Chul-min, Jo Hyun-ah, and Yang Sang-guk in a special titled 'Final Boss of the Area! Let's Go~.' It topped the nationwide ratings for its time slot, with the 2054 demographic also ranking first. The highlight of the show was Jo Hyun-ah's segment, where her witty banter about being a 'flirting master' captivated viewers, pushing ratings to 4.4%.
Oh Seung-hwan, a legendary figure in Korean baseball, shared insights into his career and retirement. He discussed his retirement tour, noting, "Not everyone gets a retirement tour," highlighting its significance as he became the third player in Korean baseball history to receive such an honor, following Lee Seung-yuop and Lee Dae-ho. His recognition as the first bullpen pitcher to receive this honor added to its importance.
The significance of his jersey number, 21, was also a topic of interest. Oh explained, "There weren't many successful players with the number 21," sharing why he chose the number despite its unpopularity. The number became special to him, leading to its retirement, and even his wedding date and career span are connected to it.
Oh also revealed stories about the gold gifts he received for his achievements. He received a pure gold baseball weighing 470 don for his 47 saves and a 400-don gold bar for 400 saves. With additional gold locks and trophies from his team, he now has over 1,000 don of gold at home, valued at approximately 900 million won.
He candidly shared the psychological pressure he faced after blown saves, admitting, "I couldn't even go to restaurants after games." He recounted apologizing to starting pitchers and revealed that during his prime, he would discard his gloves, uniforms, and spikes after blown saves, though he later stopped due to the frequency.
Oh also shared personal news, revealing he's expecting his second child. He humorously suggested combining his retirement with his son's birth for a total of 550 saves, adding a light-hearted touch to his legendary 549 saves across Korea, the U.S., and Japan. He is now embarking on a new chapter as an MBC baseball commentator, exclaiming, "Baseball is MBC!"
Lee Chul-min, a baseball fan, expressed his excitement about appearing with Oh Seung-hwan. He shared his candid reactions as a father watching his daughter on a dating reality show, revealing the tension and anxiety he felt.
He described feeling breathless watching his daughter interact with actor Lee Jong-hyuk's son, Lee Tak-soo, and recounted his discomfort during a couple yoga scene. Despite the MCs' attempts to console him, he asked for understanding from a father's perspective.
Lee also shared a moment of frustration when Lee Tak-soo formed a love triangle with another female contestant, jokingly suggesting a name change to 'Variable.'
He continued with stories about his son, who began comparing him to other actors. However, after throwing the first pitch at a baseball game and seeing his name on the scoreboard, his son's attitude changed, though the special treatment only lasted a week.
Jo Hyun-ah engaged in lively discussions about investments, connections, and romance. She recounted turning a friend's 30 million won investment into 100 million won, earning her a 'investment guru' reputation and a flood of DMs.
She explained that while many ask for investment tips, she prefers long-term investments and finds it difficult to recommend specific stocks. She surprised the cast by revealing she made over five times her investment in real estate.
Jo also addressed misconceptions about her celebrity connections, explaining that many famous friends were initially her fans. She shared a special friendship with Suzy, describing her as genuinely kind and recounting how Suzy checked on her during a difficult time.
Jo revealed that Suzy stayed by her side for three days during her mother's funeral, calling her "my guardian angel," which touched everyone present.
Her dating history, with relationships lasting from six years to just six days, also drew attention. Jo claimed she never took a break from dating and shared her unique flirting techniques, earning her the title of the episode's highlight. She also showcased her talents, performing a new song and impressing with her claw machine skills.
Yang Sang-guk, known for his dialect comedy, entertained with stories about his fellow KBS comedians from the 22nd class. He revealed the intense competition, with about 3,800 applicants, and shared that Heo Kyung-hwan was initially an alternate, joking that he could have been on 'Hangout with Yoo' if Heo had left.
He playfully teased MC Jang Do-yeon, a fellow classmate, expressing envy over her success. Despite her past clumsy image, Jang has thrived as an MC, and their friendly banter added to the humor. Yang concluded by admitting he felt both happy and envious of her success.
By Taeyuna, TenAsia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr