Comedian Kim Hak-rae recently revealed his feelings about stepping down from the popular KBS morning talk show Morning Yard, saying he was hurt when fellow entertainer Lee Kwang-ki took over his role. This is the first time Kim has publicly spoken about his departure from the show.
According to Kim, he had been a regular fixture on Morning Yard before being replaced. He admitted that watching someone else take his place—especially without prior notice—left him feeling uncomfortable and upset. He shared that while he holds no personal grudge against Lee Kwang-ki, the situation was difficult to accept at the time.
Why it matters
Morning Yard is one of KBS’s longest-running and most well-known programs in South Korea. Kim Hak-rae was a familiar face on the show for many years, making his recent admissions particularly surprising for fans. His comments highlight the emotional toll that sudden casting changes can have on long-time entertainers, who often build both personal and professional identity around such roles.
Source (KR): https://www.chosun.com/entertainments/2025/11/26/6AHADVDYQNARFIB3FFME76AUNY/