Following the yes-no-maybe-so, vague answers from their management agencies, it has been officially announced that Shin Dong Yup and Lee Dong Wook are the new hosts of SBS’s “Strong Heart,” formerly emceed by Lee Seung Gi and Kang Ho Dong.
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Second MC of "Strong Heart" Unveiled
It has been revealed that comedian Shin Dong Yup will be the second MC of SBS’s “Strong Heart.” According to the source, Shin Dong Yup will join actor Lee Dong Wook in hosting the popular talk show.
Lee Dong Wook in Talks for "Strong Heart" MC Position
It has been reported that actor Lee Dong Wook is one of the newest candidate for the MC position on the hit celebrity talk show “Strong Heart.”
Who Will Replace Lee Seung Gi for SBS “Strong Heart”?
Ever since the news got out about Lee Seung Gi’s withdrawal from SBS’s popular variety show “Strong Heart,” fans and the press have been speculating about his possible replacements. On March 8, local media OSEN gave some additional information on the strongest candidates to take the star singer/actor’s MC spot.
Kang Ho Dong Donates Real Estate for Child Patients
Kang Ho Dong finalized the process of donating his real estate property near the upcoming Pyeongchang Winter Olympics site to the Seoul Asan Medical Center. A source stated, "Kang Ho Dong has been volunteering to help child patients at the Seoul Asan Medical Center since three years ago. He started discussing the details of his donation since his retirement last year. As a father himself, he wanted to do something special for children at the medical center. Kang Ho Dong and the Seoul Asan Medical Center’s Social Welfare branch recently finalized the donation process."
Kang Ho Dong’s Farewell to "1N2D" Members
Kang Ho Dong stayed with "One Night Two Days" season one until its end. The final episode aired on the 26th on KBS 2TV’s Happy Sunday program. At the end of the "1N2D" corner directed by Na Young Suk, Kang Ho Dong sent the members heartfelt text messages.
Kang Ho Dong Watched Last Episode of "1 Night 2 Days" in Private
Kang Ho Dong watched the last episode of "1 Night 2 Days" privately. A source commented, "Kang Ho Dong watched the last episode of ‘1 Night 2 Days’ in private. He didn’t want to get all emotional in front of his family, so he went somewhere else." The source added that Kang Ho Dong could not help but be gloomy to say goodbye to "1 Night 2 Days Season 1."
Lee Seung Gi’s Last Recording of "Strong Heart" To Be a YG Special Episode
We previously reported that Lee Seung Gi was to leave "Strong Heart" and that a recording date had been announced. Singer, actor and entertainer Lee Seung Gi’s last episode of SBS’ "Strong Heart" will be a YG Special episode. On February 23, a representative from SBS variety programs’ department told Newsen through a phone call, "It seems that the recording of March 15 will be a YG artists special episode." He then added, "It will also be Lee Seung Gi’s last appearance on the show as an MC."
Lee Seung Gi’s Departure from "Strong Heart" Confirmed and Last Recording Date Announced
Earlier this week, we reported that multi-entertainer Lee Seung Gi will leave SBS’s “Strong Heart.” He will record his last episode on March 15. According to the show’s producer Park Sang Hyuk, “Lee Seung Gi’s last recording will be on March 15. His last episode will air April 3.”
Kang Ho Dong Will Not Replace Lee Seung Gi on "Strong Heart"
Rumors have been going around that Kang Ho Dong will return to “Strong Heart” as the replacement for Lee Seung Gi. (Lee Seung Gi had stated that he would drop out of Strong Heart because of Drama filming and scheduling conflicts) One news source even reported this rumor on February 22. A representative of Strong Heart stated, “Lee Seung Gi’s final recording date hasn’t even been set. Right now is not the time to talk about the next MC. Also, just because the production team wants Kang Ho Dong back doesn’t mean it can happen. I am also worried that Kang Ho Dong might be hurt by these articles.”