There were various news stories in the entertainment industry over the past weekend (6th-7th), attracting public attention.
From the unfortunate news of the passing of 1st generation internet broadcaster Daedeok Library to the joyful announcement of actor Han Eun-seong's marriage, it was a weekend filled with both sorrow and joy. Additionally, Seong Han-bin from the group Zerobaseone drew attention for receiving criticism from netizens due to an inappropriate attempt at humor during his appearance on a web entertainment show promoting their comeback.
Let’s review the news from the entertainment industry that stood out over the weekend.
◆ '1.45 Million Subscribers' Daedeok Library Passes Away Unexpectedly at 46
Content creator Daedeok Library (real name Na Dong-hyun), a 1st generation YouTuber with 1.45 million subscribers, passed away on the 6th.
A friend who was supposed to meet him reported to the police and fire authorities after he failed to show up and could not be reached. The fire authorities discovered his body, which was already deceased. There were no signs of suicide or foul play at the scene, and the police are considering the possibility of death due to an illness, planning to conduct an autopsy to confirm the exact cause of death.
Currently, the funeral is being held at Konkuk University Hospital in the Hwanyang-dong area of Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, with his ex-wife, whom he divorced two years ago, and his brother in charge.
◆ Lim Min-woo, Victim of 2.6 Billion Won Fraud, Not Pretending to be Poor…"I'm Trying to Save as Much as Possible"
Lim Min-woo from the group Shinhwa, who was a victim of a 2.6 billion won fraud, addressed netizens who accused him of pretending to be poor.
In the episode aired on the afternoon of the 6th, KBS 2TV 'Salim Men Season 2' depicted the family's process of settling in Korea.
In the broadcast, Lim Min-woo was seen busy preparing to welcome his fiancée and 6-year-old daughter. When asked by the production team if he was worried about welcoming a new family member, he replied, "It would be a lie to say I'm not worried. I'm worried that my 6-year-old daughter won't adapt to Korean food," showcasing his caring side.
To pick up his family arriving from abroad, he headed to the airport, using the airport bus instead of his own car because he had previously sold his vehicle following the fraud incident.
In the car, he addressed the 'pretending to be poor' controversy that arose after the broadcast, stating, "The public seems to think that celebrities shouldn't be worried, but I'm not pretending to be poor. I'm currently unable to find a newlywed home, so I'm living as frugally as possible," he clarified.
◆ ZeB1's Seong Han-bin Issues 2nd Apology for Moaning Controversy…Due to Excessive Humor Attempts
Seong Han-bin, a member of the group Zerobaseone, issued a second apology regarding the controversy surrounding his 19+ comments.
On the 7th, he stated through the fan communication platform Plus Chat, "I sincerely apologize for the discomfort caused by my careless words and actions in the video of 'Kkondaehee' released on September 6th."
He continued, "I have been deeply contemplating how much more careful I need to be with my words and actions and what kind of person I need to become going forward," and expressed, "I used expressions without due consideration due to nervousness at the moment. I realized that ignorant words could hurt because of my deficiencies, and I feel nothing but shame and regret." He also stated, "I apologize once again to my fans, ZeRo's, for any discomfort caused by my shortcomings, and I will strive to be more responsible and mature from now on."
Previously, during an appearance on the YouTube channel 'Kkondaehee' with member Seok Matthew, Seong Han-bin used expressions like "Uhh" and "Yummy" each time they went over a speed bump, leading some netizens to criticize him for mimicking a woman's groaning sounds.
At that time, Seong Han-bin had initially apologized, stating, "There was no other intention, just an excessive desire for variety content," and added, "I'm sorry if any ZeRo's felt uncomfortable," but since the controversy did not subside, he issued a second apology.
◆ Jeon Won-joo Scammed by 5 Years Younger Man out of 50 Million Won…"Because He Was Good-looking"
Actress Jeon Won-joo revealed that she was scammed.
In the episode of KBS 2TV's 'The Boss's Ears are Donkey Ears' aired on the 7th, Jeon Won-joo was shown meeting lawyer Kim Hee-jun.
In the broadcast, Kim Hee-jun asked, "I heard you lent 50 million won to a younger man and didn't get it back?" to which Jeon Won-joo replied, "I got close to a hiker while hiking. He was caring, calling me 'Sister, Sister', so I developed a liking for him. I lent him money because of his handsome face, but in the end, I didn't get it back."
Kim Hee-jun advised, "Hiking clubs are really dangerous," and added, "There are many cases where people target your hard-earned money. If they promise high returns or profits, it should be considered 100% a scam."
◆ 'SNL's Han Eun-seong Ties the Knot After Long Relationship…His Fiancée is a 'Flight Attendant'
Actor Han Eun-seong held his wedding on the 7th.
On the eve of his wedding, Han Eun-seong expressed his gratitude on his Instagram, stating, "After a long relationship, I've decided to marry someone precious." The wedding was held privately, and the bride is reportedly a non-celebrity flight attendant. The couple has tied the knot after a long-term relationship.
Han Eun-seong debuted in 2014 through 'SNL Korea 5' and has appeared in dramas such as 'Welcome to Samdali' and 'Good Partner'. Recently, he showcased his unique soccer skills while participating in JTBC's variety show 'Mungchyeo Chanda', marking a strong impression on the public across drama and variety genres.