Golf Legend Se-ri Pak Joins 'Miss Trot 4' as a Master Judge

Golf legend Se-ri Pak (47) is set to join 'Miss Trot 4' as a master judge.

The highly anticipated 'Miss Trot 4' will premiere next month on TV CHOSUN. Known for sparking a trot music phenomenon in South Korea, the 'Miss Trot' series has produced iconic trot queens like Song Ga-in, Yang Ji-eun, and Jung Seo-joo. With TV CHOSUN promising another season of grand scale and expertise, fans are eager to see who will emerge as the next trot queen.

Previously, the 'Miss Trot 4' production team announced the addition of dance scene powerhouse Monica as a master judge, creating buzz. Now, they have revealed another new master judge for this season, known for her fierce and passionate judging style. Se-ri Pak, the first woman in South Korea to earn the title of 'golf queen,' will join the panel. Pak expressed her enthusiasm, saying, "I've always been interested in young trot prodigies. I'm often amazed at how these young kids can sing so well. I'm particularly looking forward to the youth division this season."

During the recent master judge auditions, the 'Miss Trot 4' team shared, "With her extensive experience in major competitions, Se-ri Pak provided heartfelt feedback to the contestants." Long-time TV personalities Lee Kyung-kyu and Kim Sung-joo, who have worked with Pak on broadcasts, were reportedly surprised by her expressive nature, saying, "We never knew Se-ri Pak was so expressive."

'Miss Trot 4' is set to premiere in December.

Reporter: Se-yoon Jung, Ten Asia yoon@tenasia.co.kr