Former 'Gag Concert' Comedian Lee Seung-joo Transforms into Licensed Detective

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Former 'Gag Concert' comedian Lee Seung-joo is making headlines with his new career path.

Recently, a video titled "These 5 Signs Guarantee Infidelity" was uploaded on Ji Sang-ryeol's YouTube channel, 'Ji Sang-ryeol's Substitute Driving.'

In the video, Ji Sang-ryeol visits his fellow comedian Lee Seung-joo. Known for his performances on SBS's popular variety show 'Gag Concert,' Lee debuted as part of SBS's 8th open recruitment in 2006. He is now a YouTuber with 170,000 subscribers, running the channel 'Infidelity Hunter Dinosaur Dad.'

When asked about his recent activities, Lee stated, "If I had the blood of a comedian, now I'm working to eradicate infidelity in Korea," adding, "I am a victim of infidelity." Lee revealed that he has taken on a second career as a detective, explaining, "I obtained an official detective license and am working legally." He also noted that what was once known as a 'private investigator' is now a recognized profession.

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Lee's decision to pursue this path was influenced by personal pain. He confessed, "My life was ruined by my wife's affair after 11 years of marriage." He shared that his son developed a tic disorder, prompting the family to move to Goesan, Chungbuk. It was after this move that his wife, who had started working in real estate, began her affair.

Lee noticed suspicious behavior as his wife's credit card usage increased and she went out more frequently. However, he was accused of having a delusional jealousy disorder, which deeply hurt him. He eventually confirmed the affair through a location tracking app, which led to severe emotional distress.

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Lee admitted, "I considered ending my life six times, but seeing my parents and children in tears made me decide to live."

What helped him rise again were his children. He shared, "I worked as a delivery driver during the day and took on other part-time jobs at night to make ends meet while growing my YouTube channel," adding, "I raised my son and daughter alone and persevered." He mentioned that his son is now in his second year of high school, and his daughter is in her third year of middle school.

Na-yeon Cho, Ten Asia Reporter nybluebook@tenasia.co.kr