A Proud Dad Moment!
Get ready for some super sweet news! Hong Seok-cheon, one of Korea’s most famous and pioneering celebrities, just shared that his daughter is tying the knot. He announced the exciting news on a KBS YouTube show called ‘Yeouido Yuktoe Club,’ where he talked about shifting from regular parenting worries to wedding planning stress! He hilariously mentioned his shock at discovering that you need to book a wedding hall a whole year in advance in Korea.
Hong Seok-cheon is a huge figure in Korea. He’s an actor, a successful restaurant owner, and a constant presence on TV. More importantly, he was the first Korean celebrity to publicly come out as gay back in 2000, which was a massive deal at the time. He’s been an incredible role model and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights ever since.
A Not-So-Typical Family Story
For those who might not know his story, Hong Seok-cheon became a father in a really touching way. Back in 2008, he legally adopted his sister’s two children after she divorced. He explained that he wanted to give the kids stability and didn’t want his sister to feel burdened or held back from finding new happiness because she had children. It was such a loving gesture, and he has raised them as his own ever since.
Now, his daughter is all grown up and starting her own family, which feels like a full-circle moment. He joked on the show about how many guests to expect, saying, “Around 300 people come to my birthday party, but I’m curious how many will attend my daughter’s wedding.” His co-stars predicted at least a thousand people would show up, given his massive network of friends!
The All-Important Son-in-Law Review
Of course, everyone wanted to know what he thinks of his future son-in-law! When asked about his best quality, Hong Seok-cheon gave the funniest and most dad-like compliment ever. He paused for a moment before saying, “I like that he has a lot of hair.” It got a huge laugh from everyone on the show! He also added that the groom-to-be is from Busan and is very affectionate and charming. It’s so clear he’s already fond of him, even if he joked about not fully approving, as any protective father would.
Fans Pour in Their Congratulations
The news has been met with so much love and support from the public. People are flooding social media with messages congratulating the family. It’s a beautiful moment for Hong Seok-cheon, who has faced so many prejudices in his life. Seeing him proudly and joyfully preparing for his daughter’s wedding is a testament to his strength and love as a father. We can’t wait to see the wedding photos!
