Comedian Kim Jun Ho, who recently became a father at the age of 52, has disclosed that he has been on a month-long fasting regimen, taking over his wife’s usual dietary restrictions. This revelation came during the broadcast of the SBS variety show ‘My Little Old Boy’ on the evening of the 30th.
Kim Jun Ho and Kim Jimin’s Journey to Parenthood
The episode featured the deeply anticipated journey of Kim Jun Ho and his wife, Kim Jimin, as they navigated the process of conception and awaited the confirmation of pregnancy. The couple had openly shared their desire for a child, undergoing medical procedures, including embryo implantation, which garnered significant support from viewers. The program offered a first-time public look into the emotional moments surrounding the pregnancy confirmation.
Upon hearing the news of a successful pregnancy from the doctor, Kim Jun Ho was overcome with emotion, shedding tears he had held back. Studio panelist Seo Jang Hoon, watching the unfolding events, expressed profound empathy, noting many similarities between Kim Jun Ho’s situation and his own experiences, and became visibly emotional himself.
A Mother’s Emotional Reaction
The broadcast also included the first-ever public airing of Kim Jimin’s ‘coming out’ moment regarding her pregnancy. Kim Jun Ho’s reaction to this surprise was reportedly more subdued than expected, leading to humorous interjections from the studio panel. They playfully chided him, exclaiming, “You should cry! Why aren’t you crying?” and “From Kim Jun Ho’s perspective, tears should be flowing!” eliciting laughter.
However, the mood shifted dramatically when Kim Jun Ho’s mother appeared. Her reaction, particularly her deep yearning for her son to have a second child at 52, brought everyone in the studio to tears. Overwhelmed with emotion, she managed to utter only, “You’ve finally arrived…” a simple phrase that resonated deeply with everyone present.
Kim Jun Ho’s Dedicated Care During Pregnancy
Adding another layer to the story, Kim Jun Ho has taken on an active role in caring for his pregnant wife. He has committed to personally preparing her meals and even engaging in activities like reading fairy tales, demonstrating his dedication as he becomes a father later in life.
Kim Jimin has been experiencing specific cravings, particularly for spicy foods, which she typically avoids. To cater to these desires, Kim Jun Ho prepared a special meal. In a surprising turn, while Kim Jimin indulged in her cravings, Kim Jun Ho revealed his own unusual dietary practice: he has been fasting for the past month. This announcement astonished the studio audience.
The Reason Behind the Fasting
The exact reasons behind Kim Jun Ho’s month-long fasting remain a subject of curiosity. The program aims to delve deeper into the couple’s story, exploring the challenges and joys they have faced in their journey to becoming parents.
Background of the Couple
Kim Jun Ho, a well-known comedian, remarried Kim Jimin in July of the previous year, following his divorce. The couple had been eagerly anticipating starting a family. Kim Jimin, in her early to mid-40s, had been visiting fertility centers, underscoring her strong desire to conceive. Their pregnancy announcement was met with widespread congratulations from friends and acquaintances.
Kim Jimin shared that the baby is a boy and is expected to be born in February of the following year. The couple’s story highlights the universal desire for family and the perseverance involved in achieving it, especially for those facing challenges later in life.
