Kim Jong Kook Rumored to Have Family Abroad: ‘I go to LA quite often’

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Kim Jong Kook shocked many with his hilarious confession in "Running Man." Is it true? Read on to know what he said.

Is It True? Kim Jong Kook Has Family in LA

In the latest "Running Man" episode, released on March 19, mainstay Kim Jong Kook revealed his hidden love for LA. The recent broadcast was filmed as a "Dongducheon Class" race, which was a tour of Yang Se Chan's hometown.

The small town is popularly known as an American-style city in South Korea. It even has English signs everywhere on the street.

Interestingly, people living in the said town also know how to speak English, giving the LA vibe.

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Kim Jong Kook Rumored to Have Family Abroad: ‘I go to LA quite often’

What made the members' visit more fun was the citizens' kindness and friendliness. Yoo Jae Suk, Ji Suk Jin, Song Ji Hyo, Yang Se Chan, Jeon So Min, Kim Jong Kook, and HaHa couldn't help but react in amazement.

Others said, "Everyone is so open-minded," and, "The neighborhood is full of ENFP people."

Meanwhile, LA lover Kim Jong Kook, who has recently been rumored to have a family in LA, couldn't hide his excitement about exploring the place. He said, "I go to LA quite often. And this place looks so much like LA."

'Running Man' Members Astonished by Kim Jong Kook's English Skill

After what he said, Kim Jong Kook sang a song to the restaurant owner and immediately established a unique chemistry and even had a conversation in English.

Yoo Jae Suk and Kim Jong Kook
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While busy talking to each other, members who were seeing the scene between Kim Jong Kook and the restaurant owner were surprised.

"We are like watching an American series. This place is like a different world."

Later on, Jeon So Min was flabbergasted when Kim Jong Kook made a sweet compliment, which is an unusual thing for him.

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The male host showed his admiration for the "LA style" as it is a kind of vibe close to his heart.

Watch the "Running Man" episode every Sunday at 6:20 p.m. (KST) on SBS.

'Running Man' Previous Episode: Roh Yoon Seo Fails to Attend Graduation Ceremony to Fulfill Her Dream

In the previous "Running Man" episode released last March 5, rising actress and "Crash Course in Romance" star Roh Yoon Seo made her guest appearance in the famous program.

During her interview with the cast members, the starlet confessed that she wasn't able to attend her graduation ceremony as she prefers to appear in "Running Man."

According to her, it was also her dream to guest in the said variety program.

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