Celebrity's unhygienic habits shock co-star on South Korean TV show
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- A South Korean celebrity couple's recent wedding and honeymoon phase was featured on the TV show "Same Same House, Different Dreams."
- During the broadcast, one of the celebrities, Jo Hoon, displayed unhygienic habits, including picking his nose and not washing his hands before handling food.
- His co-star, Seo Jang-hoon, expressed extreme disgust at Jo Hoon's behavior, stating he would not want to meet him.
A recent episode of the South Korean reality show "Same Same House, Different Dreams" showcased the newlywed life of celebrity couple Jo Hoon and Yoon Hye-jung. The broadcast, however, took an unexpected turn when Jo Hoon exhibited deeply unhygienic habits that shocked his co-stars and viewers alike.
During the episode, Jo Hoon was shown picking his nose and then proceeding to handle food items without washing his hands. This behavior drew a strong, visceral reaction from television personality and show host Seo Jang-hoon.
Seo Jang-hoon, visibly repulsed by Jo Hoon's actions, exclaimed that he would not want to meet Jo Hoon under such circumstances. The incident highlighted a stark contrast between the couple's public image and their private habits, sparking discussion among viewers about personal hygiene standards.
Let's not meet.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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