Held on December 30 at SBS Prism Tower in Sangam-dong, Seoul, the awards ceremony was hosted by Jeon Hyun-moo, Cha Tae-hyun, and Lee Soo-ji. Lee Sang-min triumphed over formidable nominees such as Yoo Jae-suk, Jeon Hyun-moo, Tak Jae-hoon, Shin Dong-yup, Seo Jang-hoon, and Ji Suk-jin.
Lee Sang min, who has been a staple on My Little Old Boy since 2017 and more recently led Dolsing Four Men for over four years, became known for his relatable frugality and comeback journey, even earning the nickname “Gungsang-min.”
In an emotional acceptance speech, Lee said, “I never expected to be loved this much for simply showing my struggles as they were. I also never imagined I’d be able to repay all my debts.” Fighting back tears, he reflected on his past and the transformative power of his SBS appearances.
“‘My Little Old Boy’ is my archive. It documented my second life. It helped me start over, recorded the passing of my beloved mother, and now I’ve closed that painful chapter. This year, I even got married to someone I love,” he shared.
Expressing deep gratitude, he added, “SBS gave me more love than I could ever repay. This award really belongs to my wife, the best gift of my life.” Lee concluded with a deep bow, promising, “I’ll live an even better life so as not to burden SBS, which holds my entire story.”
Additional Highlights from the Ceremony:
- Best Variety Performers went to Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang-kyu (Seojin’s), and Choi Jin-hyuk (My Little Old Boy), while Lee Hyun-yi and Kim Jin-kyung (Shooting Stars, Same Bed, Different Dreams 2) took the female honors.
- Kim Jin-kyung surprised the crowd by announcing her pregnancy, saying, “For the past five years I’ve done nothing but eat and play soccer—but now I’ll take a break because I’m expecting.”
- Ji Ye-eun, winner of the Excellence Award in Show Variety, tearfully thanked her Running Man castmates: “Thank you for loving me, even though I’m the youngest.”
- Producer of the Year was awarded to Jeon Hyun-moo (Our Ballad) and Yang Se-chan (Running Man).
- Lifetime Achievement Award went to comedy veteran Lee Kyung-kyu, who joked, “The real flower of entertainment awards is the lifetime award. You need to survive 40 years and win a Daesang at least once—and have good character. That’s why I got this!” He humorously added, “Next year? No worthy recipient—just abolish the award!”
Special Mentions:
- Most Popular Program: Running Man (for the second year in a row)
- AI Pick for Face of SBS: Yoo Jae-suk (with over 981 minutes of airtime)
- Hot Program of the Year: Our Ballad
- Tribute Segment: A memorial video for late comedian Jeon Yoo-sung was shown.
- Special Performances: Included U-Know Yunho, Crying Nut, and project group All New DEF, composed of Cho Hye-ryun, Lee Hyun-yi, Lee Chae-yeon, Park Ji-hyun, and Lee Sang-min.
2025 SBS Entertainment Awards – Major Winners Recap:
- Grand Prize: Lee Sang-min
- Most Popular Program: Running Man
- Producer Awards: Jeon Hyun-moo, Yang Se-chan
- Top Excellence Award (Show Variety – Male): Lee Seo-jin, Kim Kwang-kyu
- Top Excellence Award (Reality – Male): Choi Jin-hyuk
- Top Excellence Award (Female): Lee Hyun-yi, Kim Jin-kyung
- Excellence Awards: Ji Ye-eun, Yoo Yeon-seok, Park Ha-yan, Yoon Shi-yoon
- Lifetime Achievement: Lee Kyung-kyu
- AI Face of SBS: Yoo Jae-suk
- Best Couple UP: Yoo Jae-suk & Yoo Yeon-seok
- Newcomer Awards: Lee Soo-ji, Kim Won-hoon
- Special Awards: HaHa, Tak Jae-hoon, Choo Sung-hoon
- Writer Award: Mo Eun-seol (Our Ballad)
- Best Teamwork: Same Bed, Different Dreams
- Entertainer of the Year: Yoon Hyun-min
- ESG Award: Lim Young-woong
- Good Influence Award: Seo Eun-hye & Jo Young-nam
- Radio DJ: Hwang Je-sung
- Rookie UP: Lee Chae-yeon
- Hot Clip of the Year: Cha Tae-hyun
- Challenge of the Year: Lim Won-hee, Kim Seung-soo, Heo Kyung-hwan
- Scene Stealer: Tak Jae-hoon, Choo Sung-hoon
Sources: Daum
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