Prominent names like Cha Eun Woo, Jung Hae In, and Nam Joo Hyuk all appear in this ranking, but their positions have sparked continuous discussion among Korean netizens.
To celebrate “Pride Month,” the LGBTQ+ community has voted for their favorite South Korean male celebrities on social media platform X.
The list has surprised many netizens with actor Son Seok Koo topping the rankings, followed closely by Jung Hae In. Actors such as Lee Joon Hyuk, Wi Ha Jun, and Nam Joo Hyuk dominate the rankings. Among idols, the highest position belongs to Soobin (TXT), who surpassed prominent seniors Mingyu (SEVENTEEN) and Cha Eun Woo (ASTRO).
Here are the top 10 South Korean male celebrities most loved by the LGBTQ+ community:
1. Son Seok Koo
Son Seok Koo, born in 1983, gained fame through series such as “My Liberation Notes,” “D.P.,” and “Jirisan.” However, his top position on this list has surprised many.
2. Jung Hae In
Jung Hae In ranks second, just behind Son Seok Koo.
3. Ahn Chang Rim, Wi Ha Jun, Lee Jun Hyuk
The trio of handsome six-pack actors Ahn Chang Rim, Wi Ha Jun, and Lee Jun Hyuk share the third position.
4. Nam Joo Hyuk
Nam Joo Hyuk’s strong, rugged beauty is highly favored by the gay community.
5. Soobin (TXT)
Soobin (TXT) is the highest-ranking idol on this list.
6. Seo Kang Joon
Seo Kang Joon lands in the sixth position.
7. **Mingyu (SEVENTEEN)
Mingyu is becoming a “national husband,” loved by everyone regardless of gender and sexual orientation.
8. **Lee Je Hoon**
Despite reaching his 40s, Lee Je Hoon remains youthful and widely adored.
9. Dohoon & Shinyu (TWS), Husky (Produce Pandas)
The newcomers Dohoon & Shinyu (TWS) and Husky (Produce Pandas) share the ninth spot.
10. Cha Eun Woo
Closing the top 10 is Cha Eun Woo, with many surprised by his relatively low ranking.
This list was later reposted on the Korean forum Pann, sparking numerous comments and discussions:
– “Fangirls, stay strong, now you have to compete with the LGBTQ+ community too.”
– “It’s interesting that gay men like puppy-like male celebrities while lesbians prefer cat-like ones.”
– “Son Seok Koo has very ambiguous eyes, and his facial features aren’t that striking. Why is he number one?”
– “It’s strange that no RIIZE member made it to the top.”
– “At performances, Soobin has many male fans, similar to how women worship Jang Won Young.”
– “Soobin and Mingyu? This makes me wonder if any fangirls pretended to be gay to vote.”
