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Reality TV contestant reveals 74kg weight loss, discusses past marriage
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Reality TV contestant reveals 74kg weight loss, discusses past marriage

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A contestant on the reality show 'I Am Solo' revealed she lost approximately 74 kilograms (163 pounds).
  • The contestant, known as Young-sook, stated she weighed 130 kilograms (286 pounds) at her heaviest and began her weight loss journey over 10 years ago.
  • She discussed her past marriage, noting she pursued her ex-husband extensively and does not regret her choices.

Young-sook, a participant in the 'I Am Solo' 32nd season, revealed on the SBS Plus and ENA program that she has lost a significant amount of weight, shedding approximately 74 kilograms.

I used to have a large build. Because I do popera, I thought the visual aspect was important, so I started losing weight.

โ€” Young-sookDescribing her motivation for weight loss.

Appearing as a contestant in the 'Divorced Special' of the show, Young-sook, who works as a freelance MC and popera singer, shared details about her transformation. She explained that her larger physique was a concern due to the visual demands of her profession, prompting her to begin a decade-long weight loss effort.

I lost weight over 10 years, and when I weighed the most, it was 130 kg. I have lost about 74 kg so far.

โ€” Young-sookDetailing the extent of her weight loss.

At her heaviest, Young-sook weighed 130 kilograms. She shared photos from before her weight loss, which prompted a surprised reaction from panelist Defconn, who remarked it looked like a person had been removed. Young-sook also spoke about her past marriage, admitting she pursued her ex-husband persistently, even arranging their engagement meeting and looking into wedding venues herself. Despite the outcome, she stated she does not regret the marriage, emphasizing she chose someone she loved and did her best within that relationship.

A whole person seems to have disappeared.

โ€” DefconnReacting to photos of Young-sook before her weight loss.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.