Jang Bum Joon and Soonshim fight over a seat next to Lee Hyori

Busker Busker‘s Jang Bum Joon and Lee Hyori‘s pet Soonshim squabbled over a seat on June 14th’s broadcast of On Style‘s ‘Golden 12‘.

Jang Bum Joon visited the members in the waiting room before they went on stage for the ‘love life’ concert, BODA.

When he entered, Jang Bum Joon headed straight for a seat next to Lee Hyori. Soonshim, however, raced to the seat first, preventing Jang Bum Joon from sitting down.

The Busker Busker member looked flustered as he said, “Why is [Soonshim] doing this.” Lee Hyori couldn’t help but laugh as Jang Bum Joon finally ended the squabble by letting Soonshim have the seat.

Source+Picture: Star News via Nate

Lee Hyori donates profits from her new book to animal rights organization

Lee Hyori has kept true to her word as she has been revealed to have donated all proceeds from her essay book, ‘Closer‘, to the Korean Animal Rights Advocates (KARA).

Released on May 24th, the essay book has already gone into three printing processes within five days of its release. The book delves into a deeper look to Lee Hyori’s pet dog, Soonshim, her day-to-day life with her four cats, and her activities in animal protection.

As mentioned previously, fans will be able to read about her experiences with pets ever since she was the wee daughter of a barber’s to the top star she is today. Also included are photos taken by photographer Kim Tae Eun and Lee Hyori herself.

In the book, Hyori writes, “Animals are weaker than men. They need people to act on their behalf. My heart responded to that, and such is the reason why I’ve decided to choose the path I’ve taken. It is only now that I want to become a real icon. When I start promoting again soon, I’ll have to stand before the public. But when I do, I hope that my name isn’t being talked about for what they see on the outside, but for how I’m truly living. I’m happy with my life now. I want to be happy with more people.”

Source + Photos: X Sports News via Naver

Lee Hyori to meet fans as an author

Lee Hyori will meet fans for the first time not as a singer or entertainer, but rather as an author.

According to online bookstore Interpark Books, a “meet the author” event will be held at Seoul Welcome Theater on June 18th to honor the publication of Lee Hyori’s first essay book ‘Closer.’

Lee Hyori will meet with 120 lucky Interpark readers at the event, where the iconic figure and all-star entertainer will share honest stories of her everyday life.

Fans may register for the “meet the author” event by writing their reasons for wanting to attend on the InterPark Books event site by June 14.

On the cover of ‘Closer’ is Lee Hyori with her adopted dog Soonshim. In the book, Lee Hyori discusses various animal rights issues as well as other personal topics. ‘Closer’ is expected to come out in stores May 24.

Source: Star News via Nate