Lee Seung-gi to fly solo on Strong Heart
by girlfriday
It looks like the dust has settled and the chips are starting to fall in place as variety shows begin to announce their new plans for the days of TV post-Kang Ho-dong. Hit talk show Strong Heart has announced that Lee Seung-gi will MC the show solo, at least for the time being, until a possible co-host is found.
I’m a little surprised, mostly because I thought they’d go for stability rather than experimentation, but I think Seung-gi can carry the show solo without a hitch. (And I swear, that’s not all puppy-love talking.) He’s got plenty of variety experience under his belt and he’s been with Strong Heart since Day 1 back in 2009.
Seung-gi will be flying solo for a while, and meanwhile producers will be taking their time to figure out a suitable replacement. I suppose giving us time to adjust will help to smooth the transition, though it’ll be hard to see someone else up at that podium regardless. It’s not that I don’t think anyone else could MC that show, but it’s the Ho-dong/Seung-gi bromance that I love so much, that makes me sad.
Seung-gi will start his solo MC duties with the recording on September 22nd, and Strong Heart airs Tuesdays on SBS.
Via My Daily
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1 roombagaroomda
September 20, 2011 at 8:59 PM
good luck!
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2 Cynthia
September 20, 2011 at 9:05 PM
The Puppy will be an EXCELLENT host for SH - he's smart and sharp and many times has been quicker on the comment-draw than HoDong.
Everyone loves him. He'll do just fine.
:)
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myweithisway
September 20, 2011 at 9:08 PM
Agree!
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3 come2noona
September 20, 2011 at 9:11 PM
Hey GF! Shouldn't you be sending in your resume?
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girlfriday
September 20, 2011 at 9:14 PM
Writing one up as we speak. Whadduya think: Can I list snark as a skill?
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trixicopper
September 20, 2011 at 9:20 PM
If snark isn't a skill it certainly IS a talent. :)
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come2noona
September 20, 2011 at 9:27 PM
Absolutely!
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danna
September 20, 2011 at 9:16 PM
and get JB to do so as well while you're at it
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danna
September 20, 2011 at 9:18 PM
of course your puppy might die from too much noona lovin if you do get in
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4 Maishadow
September 20, 2011 at 9:17 PM
Aw, it's gonna be sooo weird without KHD... I know Seung Gi will do well, but their dynamic is what I loved most about Strong Heart... Oh well, I guess we'll just have to move on...
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ping
September 21, 2011 at 3:44 PM
Oh...this is going to be tough on LSG. It's the back-and-forth btw KHD and LSG that I Love....who will he laugh with now? the Suju boys?
And BOOM is there!!
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5 aznative
September 20, 2011 at 9:20 PM
Lee Seung-gi seems like a really capable guy; but it's more entertaining to have the two hosts playing off one another. I've only watched a few episodes, and like the interaction between the two hosts.
Maybe they should have a line-up of "guest" hosts; I'd vote for Yoon Kye-sang, Cha Seung-won and Kang Nam-gil.
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6 abc123
September 20, 2011 at 9:31 PM
I suggest Lee Su Geun as co-host, but not sure if he is tied under KBS. He is a pretty good host in Win Win & his segment in Gag Concert has just been cancelled. He only appears as supporting act now since he lost his segment.
Oh my, just realised how many shows have I been watching instead of focusing on school.
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cinta
September 20, 2011 at 9:39 PM
Unfortunately, Win Win is aired at the same time slot as Strong Heart. Otherwise, Lee Su Geun can be the perfect Strong Heart co-host with Lee Seung Gi.
I do believe that this will be the perfect opportunity for Seung Gi to proof that he can become one of the best national MC. He's a hard worker and always strive to do his best, so he'll do brilliantly.
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7 Ace
September 20, 2011 at 9:34 PM
What a relief! I thought he was gonna quit Strong Heart too after KHD left so he can do more international promotions & stuff. Glad he's staying...hopefully till KHD returns (soon, please!)
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8 whatis
September 20, 2011 at 9:43 PM
wow... the pressure is ON!
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9 tassky
September 20, 2011 at 9:56 PM
if they are after bromance, maybe they should try having Lee Sugeun. After all, Seung-gi and Sugeun seem very close in and out of 1N and 2D. watchatink?
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roombagaroomda
September 20, 2011 at 10:49 PM
Sugeun is on Win Win, which is opposite Strong Heart.
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tassky
September 21, 2011 at 12:53 AM
ah ok. didn't know that the 2 shows are aired at the same time. thanks for the info. =)
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10 Angel
September 20, 2011 at 10:28 PM
Hmmm. I think it'll be stressful on Seung Gi. Nevertheless, Seung Gi 화이팅!
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11 Ani
September 20, 2011 at 10:28 PM
Aaaaaaaaaaaaw. Good luck Lee Seung-gi! Good luck.
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12 foraredrose
September 20, 2011 at 10:40 PM
Good luck, Seung Gi!! :D
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globy shaine m. ramacho
April 17, 2015 at 10:21 PM
good luck, seung gi-_-///
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13 wonny
September 20, 2011 at 10:51 PM
There should change up the show's format in the next ep...thy are so many variation out there...
N the old format 20 guest:2 mc is x suitable anymore...now its like 20 guest: 1 mc...
I can't believe that the writers cnx think of other creative idea....anyway, seung gi will be fine for now...good lucks!!
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14 saranga
September 20, 2011 at 10:53 PM
it makes me sad that kang ho-dong is leaving... he and seung-gi had really great chemistry. won't be the same without him.
but i agree, i think seung-gi can carry the show alone. he does MC really well, and he does it with a level of maturity and poise that's surprising in someone his age. it's not uncommon for MCs to slip up and accidentally blurt out comments that verge on almost inappropriate or not quite right, but seung-gi comes across as very collected, together, and his comments are almost always on the spot. he interacts with the guests enough to make everyone at ease, but doesn't lose his dignity as host either.
yoo jae-suk and kang ho-dong are my favorite MCs, but i've also always really liked kim jae-dong. i would LOVE for him to be on the show...
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15 Brenda
September 21, 2011 at 12:49 AM
i love seunggi but strong hearts going to be sooo weird without kang ho dong T_T
but i think it'll still be watchable, i wonder who they will pick to mc with him later though
he'll still have the regulars + boom acadamy
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16 Anvesha
September 21, 2011 at 1:33 AM
I don't doubt Seung Gi's ability but since it's always been two hosts, it will look kinda empty for a few episodes. I don't follow every Strong Heart episodes but Hodong-Seung Gi chemistry is also part of the show.. Anyways, Good luck to Seung Gi!!!
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17 NKB
September 21, 2011 at 2:01 AM
Wow....I know Seung Gi will be brilliant but this is soo weird! I was re watching some episodes on Strong Heart and I came accross the one where they were reading the fictitious diary of Boom who was in the military followed by Leetuek's diary and in them they both joked that in the year 2012 Kang Ho dong would no longer be in Strong Heart. Well....that must be awkward!
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18 sam
September 21, 2011 at 2:36 AM
good luck seunggi, honey. He will be just fine i think. just when we thought he was slowly coming out of KHD's shadow, he was suddenly shoved out of it. Such burden, but i think he can do it. I hope all of Korea supports him. wow, he's surely under a ginormous pressure cooker! with everything that's going on, i hope he shines even brighter.
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wanne
September 21, 2011 at 3:13 AM
yeah, such burden.
add to that his next album possibly coming this October where he writes and composes some of the songs (imagine the anticipation of the fans and the media!), the promotions after that, his concerts in december and not to mention a 1n2d post-KHD retirement. i can die from the pressure and the exhaustion if i was him!
all the best seunggi! he has my biggest respect and support.
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19 Celest
September 21, 2011 at 4:25 AM
I don't doubt Seung Gi's ability to host. On the contrary, he's really found his footing in it. But what made Strong Heart really good was the way Ho Dong and Seung Gi would play off with each other. With only one host, it seems kinda awkward...Here's hoping they find a replacement soon!
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20 azra
September 21, 2011 at 4:29 AM
let leeteuk be the co host.
let leeteuk be the co host.
let leeteuk be the co host.
let leeteuk be the co host.
please!!!!!!
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Minnetter
September 21, 2011 at 10:05 AM
I second that! at least for the time being until he goes into his military service^^
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tigarfoot
September 22, 2011 at 8:55 AM
Yes!! After Leetuek goes to the military Kyuhyun can take over. Dude, that would be EPIC, both of them.
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21 diaz
September 21, 2011 at 4:31 AM
22th to record Strong Heart. .and then at 23th record 1n2d. .it's a big pressure for him. .but i believe he can do all with his best. .i believe on his ability.
Oppa, fighting. .You can !!!
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22 Arhazivory
September 21, 2011 at 5:31 AM
In no way do I dout Seung Gi's capability. I find him to be an excellent MC but damn...not having a Ho Dong to pick on him, and a Ho Dong for him to smoothly insult (with a smile) will be missed.
Boom! Boom can co-host. XD Or Leeteuk. You know who'd be good, if he wasn't retired for the rest of the year, Daesung from Bigbang. That guy's got some mad variety skills.
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23 Jia Min
September 21, 2011 at 5:32 AM
Seung Gi oppa, believe in yourself as you always have!!!
As you do your best, remember that we are always behind you, supporting you and wishing the best for you at all times!!!
Oppa FIGHTING! FIGHTING! FIGHTING!!!
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24 Jia Min
September 21, 2011 at 5:32 AM
OH! VERY IMPORTANTLY, PLEASE DO REST WELL AND DON’T STRESS YOURSELF TOO MUCH!!!
PLEASE ALWAYS STAY HEALTHY AND HAPPY!!! :)
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25 Noon0201
September 21, 2011 at 5:48 AM
Seung Gi aaa, best of luck!! I'll definitely be watching!
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26 conan
September 21, 2011 at 5:51 AM
I can't believe Strong Heart has been airing since 2009. Time flies by so fast. I guess with the new twist in the story, Lee Seunggi would get that spotlight for himself which should be good for any egocentric celebrity. It would also gain him the solo MCing experience he needs to reach that higher level. Best of luck for him!
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27 koreandramalover/kay
September 21, 2011 at 6:05 AM
For someone so young, Lee Seung-gi has proven beyond any doubt of his talent, ability, potential and above all his commitment, dedication and tireless effort and hard work in everything that he does...and so I have no doubt that he will be able to fly solo, with finesse, at least for the time being...
What I AM concerned about is his health - how WILL he be able to juggle everything on his plate without collapsing from exhaustion?
Let's pray and hope that the overwhelming love showered upon our dear sweet puppy (from the smallest children all the way to grandmas and grandpas) will help in one way or another in bolstering LGS's stamina, courage and confidence in facing whatever that comes his way from here on out... ;)
May God keep you, Lee Seung-gi dear, healthy in mind, body and spirit. ;)
Thanks so much for this info, Girlfriday! ;)
And I believe that your legendary LOOOOVE for the darling puppy of your eye is the ONLY reason that you are the one who got to post this news on LSG here in DB...or am I wrong? ;)
But then who can blame you? ;)
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28 heppee
September 21, 2011 at 6:06 AM
have nv watched SH, except for a few clips..
i know SG has the capability, but.. i really cannot imagine him alone.. trying to fill the gap left behind by HD especially since he left on such a note.. can he still be bubbly and truly happy on the show? can't help but worry for him.. seung gi fighting!
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29 stee
September 21, 2011 at 9:06 AM
Poor baby, he already stresses a lot over being a co-host. but it's a good challenge for him and I know he'll do great!
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30 renzillag
September 21, 2011 at 10:44 AM
I'm not sure what to make of this news though I am a die hard Lee Seunggi fan. And how can you replace the awesomeness that is Kang Ho Dong?
Please keep showing your support for Kang Ho Dong though (and spread the message!!) through:
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/kanghodong
Oh! Also, I'm thinking of applying for a job in Korea. However, I'm worried that the fact that I am of Indian descent (my parents are both from Punjab/North India) will make it harder for me to be accepted in rural areas. Do you all think this will be a problem??? Please help me out :D
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31 Carinne
September 21, 2011 at 1:05 PM
I had thought SH PDs have negotiated w/ Boom ever since he got out of the Army to sub in for a while; he's like the Ryan Seacrest of Korea.
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32 Kes
September 21, 2011 at 1:12 PM
Hmm, I kinda agree that Leeteuk could do it--he is a show regular and he works as a MC--but I'm not sure he and Seunggi would have a good dynamic.
Hey, Kangin is coming out of the military soon. He's got MC skillz, and that would give us the same brash/manly counterpoint to LSG that Hodong is so good at. ^.^
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33 Buki
September 21, 2011 at 1:49 PM
What about a woman for co-host!! I actually think Hwangbo would be perfect! She has variety skills, is freaking hilarious, quick witted, and able to make fun of and laugh at her self! I think she would have a great noona vibe with Seunggi. She's also getting to the age where she's not that active musically. Hwangbo for host!!!
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34 Cam
September 21, 2011 at 1:51 PM
Oooo, WOW.
I hope that Lee Seung Gi will be fine & try his BEST in "Strong Heart", of course!! I pray that he will not become so stressful & STAY. THINK. POSITIVE!!!! =D
Hwaiting, Lee Seung Gi! **you will be blessed! ;) **
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35 rfpchar
September 22, 2011 at 6:45 AM
What about putting Boom as his co-host...Seunggi-Boom~~
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36 tigarfoot
September 22, 2011 at 8:47 AM
Kyuhyun of Super Junior would make an awesome replacement. i'm going to miss you KHD!!
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37 yren
September 23, 2011 at 11:30 PM
seunggi-ah...sooo proud of you i know its a lot of pressure on ur part without your hyung but i have no doubt that you can do it...fighting seunggi-ah..love uuu forever!!!!...and stay healthy i was so worried about you when i heard the news but only because of the pressure you'll go through but hold on and be strong seunggi-ah..i will always support you no matter what...and all your fans will suppot you no matter what happens...
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