Recently, the popular Korean talk show Radio Star aired a teaser featuring Son Ho Young, a first-generation K-pop idol from the group g.o.d.. Despite debuting 26 years ago, this marks Son Ho Young’s first time appearing on a television show, making his appearance highly anticipated by fans.
In the teaser, Son Ho Young stunned viewers by mentioning a dating rumor involving famed actress Song Hye Kyo. He said, “My first scandal was with actress Song Hye Kyo. The press called it a ‘pink friendship,’ and I still remember it well.” The full episode revealing the entire story is set to air on August 6.
This comment quickly ignited public interest and debate. Many are eager to learn the full details behind the rumor linking the veteran singer and the enduring screen beauty. However, some fans expressed discomfort that Song Hye Kyo was suddenly dragged into an unverified romantic rumor during a peaceful time in her career.
Throughout her nearly three-decade career, Song Hye Kyo has openly dated three men: Lee Byung Hun, Hyun Bin, and Song Joong Ki. Nevertheless, she has faced persistent rumors from critics claiming that she dates anyone she acts with, which led to harsh backlash and harassment. Since her divorce from Song Joong Ki, the actress has kept her personal life private, focusing solely on her professional work.
Regarding Son Ho Young, he was born in 1980 in the United States and debuted as a member of g.o.d in 1999. The group rapidly became one of the leading idol groups of K-pop’s first generation. After g.o.d’s hiatus, he continued as a solo singer and musical actor.
In a tragic chapter of his life, on May 21, 2013, the police found the body of a woman inside Son Ho Young’s car; she was his girlfriend who had borrowed the vehicle and died by carbon monoxide poisoning. Investigations confirmed Son Ho Young was not involved in her death, which was due to financial distress. However, just days after her funeral, Son Ho Young also attempted suicide by the same method but was saved by a passerby who noticed the car on fire and called for help. He received emergency treatment without lasting aftereffects.
This recent mention on Radio Star has resurfaced attention on Son Ho Young’s past and the old rumors involving Song Hye Kyo, provoking mixed reactions from the public and fans alike.
Sources: kenh14
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