Actor Lee Ki-taek is reportedly set to fill the vacancy left by Yoo Seon-ho—sparking buzz over a major lineup change in one of Korea’s biggest variety shows.
According to a Korea Ilbo report on the 14th, Lee Ki-taek will join KBS2’s hit variety program 2 Days & 1 Night Season 4. He is stepping in after Yoo Seon-ho’s recent exit, and expectations are high that Lee will deliver fresh on-screen chemistry with the current members.
Since its 2007 debut, 2 Days & 1 Night has remained a beloved national variety show, currently starring Kim Jong-min, Moon Se-yoon, Lee Joon, and DinDin, who continue to bring steady laughs. With Lee Ki-taek’s fresh-faced charm joining the mix, viewers are eager to see what new energy he’ll bring to the program.
Debuting as a model in 2018, Lee transitioned into acting through a 2020 web drama. He has since built a solid filmography across genres, appearing in tvN’s The Devil Judge, KBS2’s Moonshine, TV Chosun’s My Happy Ending, and ENA’s Namib. Most recently, he played lead character Shin Ji-soo in JTBC’s The Practical Guide to Love, winning over viewers as the younger man who harbors a quiet crush on Han Ji-min’s character.
His variety chops are also drawing attention. Currently appearing on Coupang Play’s Bonjour Bakery, he earned passing marks in his first variety outing by showing an earnest, down-to-earth charm as an assistant chef.
In response to the casting news, netizens reacted positively, commenting, “His agency is really putting in the work,” and “Can’t wait to see his chemistry with the existing members.”
Meanwhile, Lee recently announced he would appear on SBS’s variety show Beomnyun Road – Monk and Guest, signaling a busy slate ahead. With his expanding presence across genres and variety, many are watching to see if he’ll rise as the next breakout star of the variety scene.