Rumors have been swirling over�Lee Seung Gi's possible departure from�SBS's popular show, 'Strong Heart'.

According to an SBS staff member, "Lee Seung Gi will record his last episode around mid-March. The producers of 'Strong Heart' are currently searching for a replacement MC."

Lee Seung Gi, who served as co-host alongside Kang Ho Dong since the show's inception, had been hosting the show alone after Kang Ho Dong withdrew from the industry last October. �Although Kang Ho Dong's absence was lamented by the viewers, Lee Seung Gi's performance as main MC had exceeded many expectations.

Lee Seung Gi's company has released a statement saying, "We are still negotiating about the matter."

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