Actor Lee Jong Suk surprised viewers after revealing that he welcomed a new niece or nephew into his family this year, sharing how the experience has made him more interested in buying baby products.
On November 3, Lee Jong Suk appeared as a guest on episode 162 of the YouTube variety show Salon Drip 2, where he talked with host Jang Do Yeon about his personal life and gift-giving habits.
During their conversation, Jang Do Yeon brought up Lee Jong Suk's reputation for choosing thoughtful gifts for people around him.
The actor responded with a smile, admitting that he considers himself fairly good at picking presents.
“I think I have pretty good taste when it comes to gifts,” he said.
Lee Jong Suk explained that he often visits design fairs, where he looks for unique items to purchase in advance. Whenever he finds something interesting, he keeps it until he meets someone who might appreciate it.
The conversation then took an unexpected turn when the actor shared some happy family news.
“I also became an uncle this year,” Lee Jong Suk revealed.
He explained that having a new niece or nephew has naturally made him more interested in baby products.
“That's why I've been buying a lot of baby items. I buy plenty of clothes, bibs, and even car seats,” he shared.
The actor also revealed that he has been learning about different baby products, including strollers, while shopping for gifts.
“I found out that mothers have very different preferences when it comes to strollers, depending on how they handle,” he explained.
Jang Do Yeon appeared impressed by how much effort Lee Jong Suk put into choosing practical gifts.
“The fact that you look into every little detail shows how thoughtful you are,” she commented.
Lee Jong Suk then explained that he enjoys preparing presents ahead of time because he believes the right person will eventually need them.
“Whenever I buy something in advance, there's always someone who ends up needing it. I think about who might find it useful,” he said.
His comments offered viewers a glimpse into his personal life, showing how becoming an uncle has influenced his shopping habits and the way he prepares gifts for family and friends.
While Lee Jong Suk did not share further details about his new niece or nephew, he expressed his affection through the care and attention he puts into choosing baby gifts.
