Shoo's heartwarming return to TV after 9 years
Return to the studio
Shoo, from the group S.E.S, expressed her feelings on returning to television after nine years. A video titled 'Shoo is back ' was uploaded to her YouTube channel 'Human That's Shoo' on August 16.
The video shows Shoo visiting a studio in June for a shoot. She commented, "A lot has changed. This is my first studio shoot." She added, "It's a return after nine years. Time passes quickly."
Preparation process
Shoo retrieved accessory bags, makeup bags, and clothes from her car trunk and headed to the set. She handles hair, makeup, and styling herself, noting, "I went to the salon today, but usually I do it all alone."
The program she filmed was 'Star Health Ranking'. Recalling the offer, she said, "Discussions started a month ago. Initially, I wondered if I should appear and if it would harm the show. I was concerned about facing the public."
Encouragement received
Shoo mentioned feeling tense for her first broadcast in nine years. Ji Seok-jin advised, "Shoo, it's nothing. You need to be active soon." Lee Kyung-sil said, "Shoo, be more active. You're at an age to enjoy it." She expressed gratitude for their support.
Background details
Shoo was involved in habitual gambling overseas from 2016 to 2018, amounting to about 790 million KRW. She was sentenced to two years probation and 80 hours of community service.
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