Interesting Facts about ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’ Star Park Bo Gum
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Posted by Rika-go 21 days ago 9,506
Making a grand comeback after a long hiatus, Park Bo Gum returned with ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’ as Yang Gwan-sik, reminding audiences why he remains one of K-drama’s most beloved stars. Bo-gum began his acting career in 2011 and became a household name following the massive success of the hit K-drama ‘Reply 1988’ in 2015. He continued to soar in popularity with hit dramas like ‘Encounter,’ ‘Record of Youth,’ and ‘Love in the Moonlight.’
Let’s take a look at some interesting facts about this celebrated actor!
1. In 2016, at the age of 23, Park Bo-gum became the youngest artist ever to be named Gallup Korea’s Television Actor of the Year.
2. In 2017, he became the first actor to top the Forbes Korea Power Celebrity list while still in his early 20s, solidifying his status as a Hallyu star.
3. Park Bo Gum is a trained pianist and initially aspired to be a singer-songwriter. During high school, he sent video clips of himself singing to various talent agencies, including YG Entertainment. Later, Yang Hyunsuk revealed that he was most regretful about missing out on Park Bo-gum.
4. As Korea’s representative actor and Coca-Cola endorser, he participated as a torchbearer in the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics and was involved in various promotional activities for the event.
5. Park Bo-gum graduated from South Korea’s Myongji University’s Film and Musical Studies Department. In 2015, he represented his university in a cultural overseas exchange program in Europe. He also directed a one-act play based on the works of Anton Chekhov and served as music director for his graduating class’ production of ‘Hairspray.’ He later earned his master’s degree in New Media Music at the Graduate School of Sangmyung University.
6. In 2022, Park Bo Gum was officially appointed as a global ambassador for the French luxury brand Celine. Since then, he has been seen effortlessly donning Celine's designs and attending various brand events.
7. Beyond acting and music, Park Bo Gum is also skilled in sports, particularly swimming. He was a member of the swimming team at Seoul Mokdong Middle School.
8. Since 2013, Park Bo Gum has privately volunteered at Myeonggjin Flower Love Village’s orphanage. In 2019, he participated in the Miracle365 relay run, which raised funds for the construction of a hospital specializing in ALS long-term care.
9. Bo Gum has been given endearing nicknames like Nation’s Little Brother, Nation’s Son-in-Law, Nation’s Crown Prince, Nation’s Man of Good Influence, Nation’s Boyfriend, and Nation’s Husband by several South Korean media outlets.
10. Park Bo Gum began his mandatory military service in 2020, serving in the Navy military band as a cultural promotion soldier. He rose to the rank of sergeant in 2021 and even earned a hairdressing license during his service. He was officially discharged in early 2022.
As ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’ wraps up on a high note, we can't help but admire Park Bo Gum for the incredible star he is. Fans are eager to witness his next transformation as he takes on the role of an Olympic gold medalist boxer in the upcoming drama ‘Good Boy.’
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