Singer and actor Kim Hyun-joong has revealed a heartbreaking “history of betrayal” that was hidden behind the glitz and glamour of the spotlight.
On the 14th, SS501 members Kim Hyun-joong, Heo Young-saeng, and Kim Kyu-jong appeared on actress Seo Yu-jeong’s YouTube channel, “Yu-jeong and Ju-jeong,” to share updates on their lives.
While discussing financial management, Kim Hyun-joong shared a shocking story, labeling himself as a “Tier 1 fraud victim.”
He lamented, “It wasn’t just one person; I was victimized by several people. Some were friends I’d known since I was young, and I saw how people change within long-term relationships.”
Kim Hyun-joong’s confession was brutally honest. It is hard to imagine the pressure he felt after losing his hard-earned money due to “sweet proposals” from people who took advantage of his special position as a celebrity. The human disillusionment he must have felt watching those he trusted change their hearts likely left a wound deeper than any financial loss.
But Kim Hyun-joong did not let it break him. His determination to pick up the microphone again after losing billions of won is nothing short of fierce. In March, SS501 showcased their enduring presence by releasing a new album, “SET IT OFF,” to celebrate their 20th debut anniversary. The members reunited to reclaim the pride of the second-generation K-pop era, known for hits like “Snow Prince” and “Because I’m a Fool.”
Currently, Kim Hyun-joong is staying active. He has been garnering attention by sharing the simple daily life of “Farmer Kim Hyun-joong” tending to crops in the countryside on his channel, while also maintaining his status as an artist by successfully completing a massive world tour connecting South America and Asia.
