'Running Man's Yoo Jae-suk, members erupt over his Cultural Merit Order award: "All you have to do is run for office"

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As broadcaster Yoo Jae-suk received a Cultural Merit Order, congratulations poured in from the members of 'Running Man.'

On the episode of the SBS variety show 'Running Man' aired on the 15th, the members were shown celebrating Yoo Jae-suk's receipt of the Cultural Merit Order.

That day, when Haha mentioned the Popular Culture and Arts Award, Ji Suk-jin congratulated him, noting that Yoo Jae-suk had received an order of merit. Kim Jong-kook also expressed admiration, stating that receiving such an honor is no easy feat.

In response, Yoo Jae-suk conveyed his gratitude, saying, "It's thanks to all of you." Song Ji-hyo expressed her joy, saying, "I'm so proud of you, oppa," while Yoo Jae-suk shared his feelings about the honor, admitting he was also surprised.

In particular, Ji Suk-jin mentioned a presidential run to Yoo Jae-suk, saying, "You just have to declare your candidacy." Haha chimed in as well, saying, "There's only one thing left: (Kim Jong-kook) hyung should become the head of the football association, and (Yoo Jae-suk) hyung should run for president."

Following this, when Ji Suk-jin remarked that his shoulders must now feel heavy with responsibility, Kim Jong-kook retorted, "Why are you putting pressure on him?" eliciting laughter.

Meanwhile, Yoo Jae-suk received the Cultural Merit Order at the 17th Republic of Korea Popular Culture and Arts Award ceremony held on October 29 at the Ha:eu-reum Hall of the National Theater in Jung-gu, Seoul. This marked his third government commendation, following a State Council Prime Minister's Commendation in 2012 and a Presidential Commendation in 2018.

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