Alex no longer part of ‘Fortune Favors the Childless’ cast

Alex, who is currently taking a hiatus after a recent drunk driving incident, is no longer part of the cast of jTBC‘s ‘Fortune Favors the Childless‘.

Alex was to play the son of actor Song Seung Hwan on the show. However, on July 18th, after Alex was arrested for driving under the influence, it was uncertain whether he would be kept on the show.

On August 22nd, jTBC announced that Alex’s role will be replaced by actor Jung Joon, and that the cast and staff will rush to begin filming on August 23rd.

In related news, ‘Fortune Favors the Childless’ revolves around the lives of three families in the suburbs of Seoul. The program will begin airing on October 13th.

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Have the stars been plagued with a ‘We Got Married’ curse?

The recent string of bad luck that some of today’s top celebrities have had are causing fans to question if it has anything to do with what they suspect to be a ‘We Got Married‘ curse.

Not only has T-ara been swept up in their own controversy, 2PM‘s Nichkhun and Clazziquai‘s Alex have recently been booked for driving under the influence. Additionally, in the past, Super Junior‘s Kangin, Crown J, and SG Wanabee‘s Kim Yong Jun have also all been involved in unfortunate situations.

Girl group T-ara has been plagued with what seems to be the worst bullying scandal in the history of K-Pop, and following Hwayoung‘s leave, former fans are petitioning that Eunjung be removed from dramas, advertisements, as well as MBC’s ‘We Got Married’.

2PM’s Nichkhun who was coupled with f(x)‘s Victoria on the show has also recently been involved in an unfortunate accident after having a few beers before getting behind the wheel. His alcohol level was measured at 0.056% and the 2PM member has currently put a halt to his activities. Ahead of his accident, Clazziquai’s Alex who was coupled with actress Shin Ae on ‘We Got Married’ was also booked for driving under the influence.

Super Junior’s Kangin previously paired with actress Lee Yoon Ji on the show also caused much social upheaval as a result of his drunk driving and bar fight, and Crown J who was coupled with singer Seo In Young was charged for possession of marijuana, then later charged for assault on his former manager.

And Kim Yong Jun who is currently serving in the Korean military as a public service worker draw major interest after featuring on ‘We Got Married’ with his actual girlfriend Hwang Jung Eum, but later received 80 hours of community service and was put on probation.

Furthermore, previous ‘We Got Married’ host Go Young Wook has also had his share of legal troubles.

Is there really a ‘We Got Married’ curse, or is this just an awful coincidence? Let us know your thoughts below!

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Alex booked for drunk driving

Singer Alex has been revealed to have been booked for driving under the influence of alcohol.

On July 18th, Kangnam police revealed that Alex was booked without detention after they had received a report that Alex was driving drunk upon returning home from meeting his friends for drinks at Samsungdong in Gangnam.

Alex is said to have recorded 0.134% in blood alcohol content and traveled about 2 km while under the influence, and thus, may result in his license being revoked.

Police sent Alex home and revealed they will start the additional investigation within the week.

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What has Alex been up to?

Alex is trending on search sites after a photo of the singer at his pasta restaurant was posted on July 3rd.

Though ‘We Got Married‘ as well as other programs have already revealed Alex’s interest in cooking, this is the first time that a picture of him at his own restaurant has been shared online.

He’s reported to have personally had a hand in the recipes as well as the interior design of the restaurant, and many are visiting to check out the place.

Netizens commented, “The pose of a handsome boss,” “I must go,” and “It’s a pasta place that probably has a [nice scent].”

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Alex releases “If It Were Me” for ‘I Do I Do’ OST

Alex has released a new track as part of the OST for the drama, ‘I Do I Do‘.

‘I Do I Do’ details the triangle relationship between a shoe designer (Kim Sun Ah) and the son of a knock-off shoe-maker (Lee Jang Woo), and a doctor who falls for Kim Sun Ah’s character (Park Gun Hyung).

Alex’s track, “If It Were Me“, is the theme song for Park Gun Hyung’s character in the drama, and is a ballad that shows off the singer’s delicate and emotional vocals.

Check out the track below!

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Alex achieves his dream of opening his own Italian restaurant

Singer and actor Alex, who previously played the role of a restaurant CEO in the hit drama series ‘Pasta‘, has become a real life pasta restaurant CEO!

In the beginning of June, Alex opened up an Italian restaurant store located in Shinsa-dong, Seoul called ‘D’asti Plate‘. Alex has a background in the restaurant business and learned cooking professionally while living in Canada before his debut. Thanks to his background, he debuted as one of the few celebrities who has an actual talent in cooking.

He’s now achieved a longtime dream of opening his own Italian restaurant and putting his skills to use. All of the dishes served in the restaurant are recipes that Alex has created himself.

Alex’s celebrity experience in the world of cuisine includes teaching ‘We Got Married‘ couple Park So Hyun and Kim Won Jun along with starring in cooking shows like ‘Korea Cook‘, ‘Mister Table‘, and ‘Food Essay‘.

In related news, Alex has been spending busy days pursuing many of his interests, including MCing for MBC Music‘s ‘Be My Singer, Composer King‘ and also working as a professional car racer.

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Alex and Lee Suk Hoon to be MCs for new program, ‘King of Composers’

Singers Alex and SG Wannabe member Lee Suk Hoon have been selected as the MCs for a new show.

Alex and Lee Suk Hoon will be emceeing along side each other for MBC‘s ’Be My Singer – King of Composers.’

‘King of Composers’ will be a new music program that links composers and singers together, and it will especially look to helping new composers gets their songs to current star singers.

Alex and Lee Suk Hoon will also bring their knowledge and experience they have gained as experienced singers as they listen to the songs of the composers and discuss their thoughts and offer advice to help bring the music alive.

Other top stars are already lined up for the show including musicians from various genres like girl group Girl’s Day, vocalist Park Ki Young, hip hop duo Mighty Mouth, and more. The first episode will air June 2nd at 11:00 am KST.

Source: Sports Seoul via Nate News