Lee Sang-min has returned to 'My Little Old Boy' as the new youngest member after his remarriage. Previously, Lee faced criticism for continuing to appear on the show and sharing his IVF journey, with some suggesting he should step down.
On the episode of SBS's 'My Little Old Boy' aired on the 29th, a team-building event was shown featuring 'old members' Tak Jae-hoon, Lim Won-hee, Heo Kyung-hwan, and Choi Jin-hyuk, alongside 'new members' Yoon Si-yoon, Yoon Hyun-min, and Jo Jin-se.
Heo Kyung-hwan remarked, "I thought I'd remain the youngest, but everyone got married in 1-2 years," referencing Lee Sang-min, Kim Jong-kook, Kim Jun-ho, and Kim Jong-min, who left the show after marriage. Tak Jae-hoon commented, "How is marriage so easy?" and noted the show's severe manpower shortage.
With new members Yoon Hyun-min, Yoon Si-yoon, and Jo Jin-se joining, Lee Sang-min introduced himself, saying, "I'm the new youngest member, starting a new life." The sons reacted with surprise, asking, "What's going on?" and "Why is he here?" Lee bowed deeply, introducing himself again.
Tak Jae-hoon expressed disbelief, asking, "How can you show your face here?" while Lim Won-hee raised his voice, "You're ruining the program!" Previously, the show 'Shoes Off, Single for Men' faced cancellation after Lee Sang-min and Kim Jun-ho remarried.
The members questioned Lee's eligibility to rejoin. Heo Kyung-hwan asked if he had separated, to which Lee replied he was happy. Tak Jae-hoon retorted, "Then you're not 'My Little Old Boy.' You should leave." He advised, "If you have a girlfriend, meet her secretly," while Lee, despite feeling uneasy, participated in the team-building event.
Lee Sang-min registered his marriage with a non-celebrity 10 years his junior in April last year. Despite remarrying, he continued to appear on 'My Little Old Boy,' sparking controversy by sharing his post-marriage life.
In a July broadcast, Lee and his wife visited a fertility clinic, revealing details about their IVF process, including ovarian age and sperm motility. This led to increased public backlash against Lee and Kim Jun-ho, with calls for their departure. Lee's unexpected return to the show after 8 months has reignited questions about the program's identity.
Tae Yuna, TenAsia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr