K-pop soloist Jeon Somi recently captured attention with personal stories about her family background, revealing both her father’s striking visuals and her unique triple citizenship.
On the March 30 broadcast of SBS variety show “Actually, Really” (아니 근데 진짜), Somi appeared as a guest and opened up about her upbringing. Veteran entertainer Lee Sang-min shared that he had known Somi since she was a child, mentioning his friendship with her father, Matthew. He even praised him as “one of the most handsome foreigners” he knows, drawing laughter in the studio.
Somi didn’t deny the compliments, instead sharing amusing anecdotes about her father’s popularity. She revealed that his charm wasn’t limited to women. “My dad was really popular with men too,” she said, recalling childhood moments when strangers would approach him and even give him gifts like scarves.
The show also revisited a viral childhood clip of Somi appearing on the news while helping her father shovel snow. She explained that her father, who is Canadian, enjoys clearing snow for the neighborhood and had brought her along that day. Even at a young age, she showed signs of her entertainer instincts, joking that she wanted more screen time.
Adding to the buzz, Jeon Somi revealed that she holds three nationalities—South Korean, Canadian, and Dutch. She explained that her father is of mixed Canadian and Dutch heritage and was able to pass down both citizenships through legal procedures.
She even shared that she carries all three passports when traveling, using them strategically depending on the destination. “When I go to Europe, I use my Dutch passport. When I go to the U.S., I use my Canadian one,” she said, surprising viewers with her global lifestyle.
The episode also featured a glimpse of her father’s younger days, further reinforcing the “good genes” narrative that fans often associate with the star. With her candid storytelling and charming personality, Somi once again proved why she remains a standout figure in the entertainment industry.
Sources: Newsen
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