Ki Tae-young Reveals Heartwarming Family Life and Frugal Living on 'Radio Star'

Actor Ki Tae-young shares intimate stories about his family-oriented lifestyle and his first meeting with wife Eugene, showcasing his 'family man' persona. Notably, he reveals his modest lifestyle, living on an annual allowance of approximately $150, drawing attention.

The MBC variety show 'Radio Star,' airing on the 22nd, features a special episode titled 'Papa GO! ALL Daddy PROJECT' with guests Ryu Jin, Ki Tae-young, Lucky, and Song Ha-bin.

Ki Tae-young reminisces about his first encounter with Eugene, which took place on a drama set. He recalls their first kiss during the initial shoot and candidly expresses that as their relationship grew closer, he found the kiss scenes too brief.

He further reveals his family-centered daily routine, prioritizing time with his wife and two daughters after 6 PM, explaining his reason for structuring his schedule around family.

Ki Tae-young's revelation of spending only about $150 a year on himself catches attention. He states, "A $6 T-shirt is enough," highlighting his love for his family and solidifying his image as a 'family lover.'

Additionally, he shares his preparedness for family safety with fire and self-defense equipment at home, along with his hands-on parenting approach, including teaching dental hygiene and financial education.

Particularly, Ki Tae-young showcases his unique charm by demonstrating his tooth brushing technique to his daughters. He humorously transforms into a 'tooth brushing enthusiast' with a model tooth and toothbrush, eliciting laughter with his obsession with dental care.

An episode where he became known as the 'nation's dad' while playing with his children at a kids' cafe is also revealed. He describes energetically playing with his kids after mixing honey in his coffee, even during a trip to Guam, earning him the affectionate title.

Ki Tae-young's story can be seen on 'Radio Star' airing at 10:30 PM.

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