Comedian Oh Jeong-tae jokes his gifted daughters inherited his looks, plans plastic surgery for them
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Comedian Oh Jeong-tae expressed concern over his two daughters' appearances, stating they inherited his looks.
- He joked about planning plastic surgery for their eyes and noses.
- Oh also shared past struggles with extreme poverty.
Korean comedian Oh Jeong-tae has sparked amusement and perhaps a touch of parental anxiety with his recent comments about his daughters' appearances. Appearing on the YouTube channel 'Moon Cheonsik's I'll Give It To You,' Oh candidly discussed his concerns that his two daughters, who are reportedly gifted in science and attending science high school, have inherited his facial features.
"It's a big problem because they look like me," Oh quipped during the show, hosted by Moon Cheonsik. He humorously added that he plans to pay for cosmetic surgery for their eyes and noses, a statement that highlights a unique blend of parental pride and self-deprecating humor often seen in Korean entertainment.
It's a big problem because they look like me.
This lighthearted discussion about appearance also touched upon Oh's past hardships. He revealed that he once suffered from extreme financial difficulties, a stark contrast to his current status. This revelation adds a layer of depth to his persona, reminding viewers of the struggles many entertainers face before achieving success.
The segment, part of a 'Comedian Special' episode, also featured fellow comedian Park Hwi-soon. The conversation, while focused on humor, offered a glimpse into the personal lives and candid thoughts of these well-known figures, resonating with an audience that appreciates authenticity and relatable struggles.
I decided to get plastic surgery for their eyes and noses.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.