Lee Kyung-gyu, healthy update.. Special training for Nam Hyun-jong for World Cup broadcast [Sadang-gwi]

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Comedian Lee Kyung-gyu embarks on special training for announcer Nam Hyun-jong.

In the KBS 2TV variety program 'The Boss Has Donkey Ears' (hereinafter 'Sadang-gwi'), airing on the 17th, Lee Kyung-gyu, 65, known as the 'Godfather of Variety,' who has covered every World Cup since 2002 and conveyed the vibrant atmosphere, will pass on top-tier football broadcasting know-how to Nam Hyun-jong, 32, the youngest main anchor selected as the main anchor for the '2026 North America World Cup.'

On this day, Lee Kyung-gyu tells Nam Hyun-jong, "If you mess up the World Cup, submit your resignation and leave," and begins special training with this stern assignment.

Nam Hyun-jong, momentarily stunned, firmly resolves, "I will approach this as both the first and last time." Lee Kyung-gyu encourages him, saying, "This is your chance. If you do well, you'll be on an upward curve," then surprises Nam Hyun-jong by pointing out the key point of broadcasting: "You must catch the wind well." Lee Kyung-gyu instructed that a caster must breathe with the crowd during the most tense moments, such as just before a goal in football, and know how to push and pull the tension through commentary.

In particular, Lee Kyung-gyu unhesitatingly pours out practical advice drawn from decades of experience, such as "You need to put more emotion into it" and "Those who truly love football cannot be defeated." Nam Hyun-jong appears to have gained a great realization, nodding his head vigorously.

Next, Lee Kyung-gyu says, "There is someone who can help Hyun-jong," and calls Jeon Hyun-moo. Lee Kyung-gyu tells Jeon Hyun-moo, "Hyun-moo, come and do this broadcast too. Help your junior, Hyun-jong," showing the solid support of a senior figure.

Meanwhile, earlier, Lee Kyung-gyu was surrounded by rumors of health issues. Recently, while appearing on the YouTube channel 'God-Kyung-gyu,' his somewhat awkward speech and changes in facial expression raised concerns about his health.

Regarding this, his agency told StarNews, "He was simply in poor condition during filming; there is no major health issue. His current health status is fine."

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