
Birthday:
04-25-1976
(48 years)
Birthplace:
Hapcheon, South Gyeongsang, South Korea
Biography
Kim Jong-kook (김종국) is a South Korean solo singer, television personality, and member of the vocal group, Turbo.
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Running Man
event2015 star_border 3.3
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A movie adaptation of the popular Chinese television series.
Love On-Air
Act like Himself
event2012 star_border 6.4
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Jin-ah, the former leader of once popular girl band "Purple," hosts a radio show called "Wonderful Radio." When the producer of the program is sacked over low ratings, a new guy comes in to fill his shoes. Jae-hyeok is a cold, unfriendly man who only drinks iced coffee even in the winter. The easily irritable man and the conceited former diva are bound to get on each other's nerves at every corner.
Seri Money Club
Act like Kim Jong-kook (25 ep.)
event2021
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A golf talk show where top people in each field are invited as new members, play golf, and donate together.
Show!terview with Jessi
Act like Himself (1 ep.)
event2020 star_border 7
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Jessi is a Korean-American rapper and singer who brings a new style of talk show to South Korea. She is cheerful, straightforward, bold and witty with the hottest singers, actors and personalities in the industry. Jessi conducts an unpredictable and unstoppable interview from the very beginning. The chemistry between MC Jessi and the guests begins!
The Man of ATEEZ
(4 ep.)
event2021
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A super special collaboration to hunt this summer!
Running Man
Act like Self (755 ep.)
event2010 star_border 8.3
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A reality and competition show where members are joined by celebs to complete a weekly mission to win the race with Seoul as the beautiful backdrop.
Extreme Debut: Wild Idol
Act like Self (12 ep.)
event2021
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In this unique new survival program format, 45 male trainees will enter an extreme outdoor bootcamp, where they must survive rigorous physical training and reach the "top of the food pyramid" in order to earn a chance at debuting. The show will give birth to a new type of "wild idol" group through a never-before-seen survival contest.
The Producers
Act like Kim Hong-soon (12 ep.)
event2015 star_border 7.5
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A rookie producer joins the Korean Broadcasting System to be near his secret crush and enters the madcap world of network TV, where ratings rule.
My Little Old Boy
(98 ep.)
event2016 star_border 5.3
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How much do you know about your grown up son? In Mom’s Diary, the daily lives of the grown up celebrity sons are closely observed by their mothers. Do you know why your son drinks so much these days? How much do you know about your son’s philosophy in his life style? Heart-warming moments of observational communication between a mother and a son can be seen on Mom’s Diary.
The Call
(1 ep.)
event2018
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The Call is a special collaboration project created by the producers of 'I Can See Your Voice'.
'The Call' aims to create legendary collaboration with top artists of Korea. Singers will be sending love calls to their desired collaboration partner and produce a new song together. Various artists of all genres including hip-hop, indie, pop, and more are expected to take part in the project
Outrun by Running Man
Act like Self (14 ep.)
event2021 star_border 5.2
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Kim Jong Kook, HaHa, Jee Seok Jin, Song Ji Hyo, and Yang Se Chan are all united and going big in this original spin-off of the hit "Running Man" series- from wild competition matches to superstar guests!
Family Outing
Act like Himself (85 ep.)
event2008 star_border 7.1
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Family Outing Season 1 was a South Korean variety show; a part of SBS's Good Sunday lineup, along with Gold Miss is Coming. It was first aired on June 15, 2008, and was one of the top rated programs on Sunday Korean television. In each episode, the "Family" travels to different parts of South Korea and takes care of the house of an elderly family while that family goes on a vacation. The "Family" then accomplishes the tasks left for them by the house's owners. The first season ended on February 14, 2010, and a second season featuring a brand new cast, production team, and concept, aired until July 11, 2010.
Real Romance Love Letter
Act like Himself (4 ep.)
event2003 star_border 8
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Male and female contestants compete for "each other" in romance games. For example guests have to dance in order to impress the person they are after. Contestants are artists, actors, models, comedians, and MCs of the South Korean entertainment industry.
X-Man
Act like Himself (56 ep.)
event2003 star_border 6.8
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Celebrity guests are split into two teams to compete in various contests. One guest, known only to himself, is designated the "X-Man", and does his best to cause his team to lose the contests. At the end, all guests try to determine the X-Man's identity.
Express Delivery: Mongolia Edition
Act like Self (9 ep.)
event2023 star_border 8
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Celebrity best friends known as Dragon Club and a younger actor embark on an exciting adventure in Mongolia as they deliver parcels to residents living in secluded area.
Ya Shim Man Man
Act like Himself (1 ep.)
event2003
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Yashimmanman is a South Korean talk show. Citizens were surveyed about various questions, and celebrity guests had to guess the public's top answers to the questions, sparking much discussion.
The Sound of Your Heart
Act like Jo Jong-Wook | Jo Jong-Kook (1 ep.)
event2016 star_border 7.9
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Comedy following Cho Seok's ridiculous but hilarious adventures with his girlfriend-turned-wife Ae Bong, their dogs, older brother Jo Joon, and parents. Based on the popular webtoon series of the same name.
Men on a Mission
Act like Self (1 ep.)
event2015 star_border 7.3
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Male celebs play make-believe as high schoolers, welcoming star transfer students every week and engaging in battles of witty humor and slapstick.
Problem Child in House
(260 ep.)
event2018 star_border 5.3
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In a society that puts the spotlight on the smart guys only, there are people who do not have a grain of common sense. In this knowledge-talk show, these problematic people get locked up in a rooftop house and are allowed to go home only if they get 10 questions right.
I Can See Your Voice
Act like Self - MC (69 ep.)
event2015 star_border 8
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The music show filled with mysteries and shocking moments is back! Guest celebrities must correctly guess a real singer, based on appearance and a few hints only, among the group of people who are pretending to be a singer. A fake singer who last till the end gets 5000 dollars whereas a real singer who survives gets a precious opportunity to have their own album released.
Big Picture
Act like Kim Jong-kook (4 ep.)
event2017
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Big Picture is about HaHa and Kim Jong Kook’s blockbuster-scale ideas that result in unexpected events and them having to make up for the production costs. Kim Jong Kook and HaHa have already shown their strong chemistry through SBS’s “Running Man,” but this time will be hosts as well as co-producers of the show as they actively participated since the planning stages of the show.
Target: Billboard - KILL BILL
Act like Himself (10 ep.)
event2019
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A music show where hip hop artists compete with performances, and the winner gets to collaborate with a global artist to take on the Billboard charts.
Gym Jong Kook
(1 ep.)
event2021
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Kim Jong Kook's personal youtube vlog, gym tips and guest workouts.
Couple Palace
Act like Self - Host (10 ep.)
event2024 star_border 10
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Real wedding project with 100 singles, aiming to find destiny at the 'Couple Palace', a matchmaking palace.
Infinite Challenge
Act like Self (6 ep.)
event2005 star_border 7.6
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Infinite Challenge has been reported as the first "Real-Variety" show in Korean television history. The program is largely unscripted, and follows a similar format of challenge-based Reality Television programs, familiar to the audiences in the West, but the challenges are often silly, absurd, or impossible to achieve, so the program takes on the aspect of a satirical comedy variety show, rather than a more standard reality or contest program. In order to achieve its comedic purposes its 6 hosts and staff continuously proclaim, the elements of this show are the 3-Ds, Dirty, Dangerous, and Difficult.
Hidden Singer
Act like Self (2 ep.)
event2012 star_border 6
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Pop stars and impersonators face off to be the last one standing as the audience tries to determine the real singer by listening to their voices only.
Meokjjibba: Big Survival
Act like Self (2 ep.)
event2023
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Although they are bigger than others, Korea's representative large people who love their bodies have gathered together!
In this era where fashion, tastes, and tastes are diverse, big people who shout, “My body can become a trend too!” compete for the position of ‘advertising model’, a big survival show that loves my body and cannot gain or lose weight.
You Hee-yeol's Sketchbook
Act like Self (5 ep.)
event2009 star_border 6.2
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You Hee-yeol's Sketchbook is a Korean pop music program that is both a talk show and live music show. The host of this program is You Hee-yeol, also known as Toy, a one-man project band. This program has aired since April 24, 2009.
Five Cranky Brothers
(1 ep.)
event2019 star_border 3
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The show centers around the 5 "cranky" and unique cast members as they gather together to talk about life. Five tricky and weird casts come together to talk and discuss anything about ordinary, diverse topics in their lives.
SBS Entertainment Awards
Act like Host (1 ep.)
event2007 star_border 6.5
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To celebrate the end of the year, many variety stars, producers and writers have gathered at SBS Entertainment Awards. In many variety programs from SBS received much love and attention from viewers. Starting from the Rookie Award to the Grand Award, join the event to see who will end up receiving the glorious awards of this year.
The Girl Who Sees Smells
Act like Running Man MC (Cameo) (1 ep.)
event2015 star_border 7.2
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With help from a young woman with synesthesia, a cop who lost his sense of pain tracks down the serial killer who brought tragedy to both their lives.
Just an Excuse
Act like Self (1 ep.)
event2022 star_border 9.3
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Yoo Jae-suk Welfare Content 🐓Pinggyego (Just an Excuse)🐓
It is a content where Yoo Jae-suk freely chats with his favorite friends for various excuses and provides small stories and laughter.
Keep Running
(3 ep.)
event2014 star_border 5.5
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Hurry Up, Brother! is a Chinese variety show based off the original Korean variety show, Running Man. It is created by SBS and co-produced with Zhejiang Television. It first aired on October 10, 2014. This show is classified as a game-variety show, where the MCs and guests complete missions in a landmark to win a race. In 2017, the show officially changed its name to "Keep Running".
Crazy Noodle Recipe
Act like Kim Jong-kook (2 ep.)
event2020
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"Crazy Noodle Recipe" will pay research funds to whom develops the most ingenious ramyeon recipe, Korean’s soul food. Hosts will visit in person to taste, leave comments, and reveal the best ramyeon recipe they choose. From the special ramyeon taster to a host who first created the ramyeon recipe with great cooking skills. Which recipe will captivate their demanding taste buds? Check out the ramyeon recipe that will appeal to viewers’ salivary glands.
Escaping Crisis No. 1
(10 ep.)
event2015 star_border 9.5
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Crisis Escape No. 1 (Hangul: 위기탈출 넘버원) is a 2005 South Korean television program starring Kim Jong-kook, Jeong Tae-ho, Kim Ji-min, Park Ji-yoon, Lee Jung-min and Oh Hyun-min. It airs on KBS 2TV on Monday at 20:55 beginning July 9, 2005.
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