Urban Zakapa's Jo Hyun Ah Opens Up About Family Tragedy on 'My Little Old Boy'

Singer Jo Hyun Ah, 35, has opened up about her family history for the first time.

On the October 24th episode of SBS's variety show 'My Little Old Boy' (also known as 'My Ugly Duckling'), a preview featuring Urban Zakapa's Jo Hyun Ah was aired.

In the teaser revealed at the end of the episode, Jo Hyun Ah caught viewers' attention as she repeatedly called out to her father. Despite initially appearing annoyed, her father responded, showcasing their close relationship. Jo Hyun Ah confessed, "My father is my stepfather. After my mother passed away five years ago, I've been taking care of him."

Her father recalled the moment Jo Hyun Ah first called him 'dad,' saying, "I was overwhelmed. It felt like I gained two daughters at once." When asked about Jo Hyun Ah's mother's last words, he began, "During the final days of her illness," and the scene of Jo Hyun Ah and her father shedding tears together was shown, sparking curiosity.

Jo Hyun Ah's mother passed away after battling a brain tumor. Previously, Jo Hyun Ah shared on a variety show, "After my mother passed away, I couldn't do anything. She died suddenly nine months after being diagnosed with a brain tumor. It was during the COVID-19 pandemic, and being a singer felt meaningless. I thought, 'If I meet people and laugh and talk, it will give me meaning,' so I started appearing on shows. Remembering that brought tears to my eyes."

Reported by Tae Yuna, TenAsia youyou@tenasia.co.kr