Single Dad Lee Tae-sung, Surprised by Blind Date with Veterinarian from 5 Years Ago

Actor Lee Tae-sung reunited with the veterinarian who treated his dog five years ago through a blind date. The meeting, which started through an introduction from an acquaintance, led to a connection from the past, leaving the cast unable to hide their surprise. Furthermore, the woman was an individual with dual expertise as both a dentist and a veterinarian, drawing interest as she possessed looks close to Lee Tae-sung's ideal type.

In the Channel A entertainment program 'Groom Class 2' broadcast on the 9th, the scene of Lee Tae-sung having his first meeting with Jo Hee-jin, whom he was introduced to through an acquaintance, was revealed. The two attended the blind date bringing their respective dogs. While it was a setting where they could naturally start a conversation through their dogs, the meeting flowed into an even more special atmosphere as unexpected commonalities were revealed.

When Jo Hee-jin appeared, Lee Seung-chul and Tak Jae-hun reacted that the two faces looked quite similar. Song Hae-na also added, "The feeling is similar." In particular, Jo Hee-jin's appearance caught the eye as it was close to the so-called 'puppy-like' look that Lee Tae-sung usually cited as his ideal type. While evaluations that their appearance and atmosphere matched well from the first impression continued, there was something else that actually surprised the two.

While looking at Jo Hee-jin, Lee Tae-sung said, "But I think I have seen you before." As it turned out, Jo Hee-jin was the veterinarian who was in charge of Lee Tae-sung's dog about five years ago. Although he thought it was a first meeting with a blind date partner, they were actually in a relationship that had already been formed once. Watching this, Lee Seung-chul was surprised, saying, "It's an amazing combination," and Kim Yo-han reacted, "I got a little goosebumps." The reunion, which looks like a coincidence, even stimulated the curiosity of the cast.

Jo Hee-jin's career also drew interest. She revealed that she currently operates an animal hospital near Cheongdam-dong and participates in human dental treatment as well as animal medical treatment. Jo Hee-jin explained, "I go to work at the human dental clinic about once a month, and I mainly focus on animal dentistry." Lee Tae-sung also expressed surprise, mentioning the fact that after graduating from dental school, Jo Hee-jin majored in veterinary medicine and treats in both fields. The unique expertise of being both a dentist and a veterinarian emerged as another topic of conversation during the blind date.

Regarding the age difference between the two, it is known that Jo Hee-jin is one year older than Lee Tae-sung. Lee Tae-sung explained the process of being introduced to Jo Hee-jin by mentioning his connection with veterinarian Seol Chae-hyeon. He stated that Seol Chae-hyeon is a close friend and that in the past, she suggested, "There is a hospital run by a beautiful dentist, so I'll recommend it to you, go there." At the time, Lee Tae-sung was curious about how beautiful the person was, and Seol Chae-hyeon is said to have added specific descriptions.

The interesting part is that this meeting is not just a connection made suddenly recently. Lee Tae-sung recalled that he received a suggestion from Seol Chae-hyeon to pursue a natural encounter, the so-called 'Ja-man-chu' (natural meeting), but that timing was already 5 to 6 years ago. After time passed, he ended up facing Jo Hee-jin at an actual blind date. The introduction, which might have passed lightly at the time, gained meaning belatedly as it coincided with the past point of contact of dog medical treatment.

As Lee Tae-sung is known to be a single dad raising a son alone, this blind date drew attention to the possibility of a new relationship beyond a simple meeting in a dating reality show. However, it is impossible to conclude the progress of the relationship based only on the fact that the two had met in the past or the reactions of those around them that their first impressions matched well. The observation point is whether the two, who met again after a long time, will actually feel certain emotions toward each other. Interest is focused on whether this meeting, standing on the boundary between coincidence and fate, can become a new starting point for Lee Tae-sung's dating life.

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