[NEWS] Lee Hyori will take her top off?

Singer Lee Hyori made a shocking commitment relating to the sales of the calendars for abandoned dogs that she modeled for.

As per MBC on December 25th, Lee Hyori had an interview with MBC TV’s ‘Section TV Entertainment Relay’ recently.

In the interview, Lee Hyori wittily joked, “If 20,000 copies of the calendars sell, should I go with the top off like Je Dong oppa?”

Lee Hyori also added with a lot of aegyo, “Idol management companies made a lot of money, so instead of idol calendars, please buy the abandoned dogs calendars.”

Lee Hyori’s calendars started as an effort for the abandoned dog adoption campaign. All of the proceeds from the calendar will be donated to the Animal Freedom Association which helps facilitate the adoption of the abandoned dogs.

In the interview, Lee Hyori has also looked back at the year 2011 and said, “It was the most important year of my life.” Lee Hyori also officially admitted to her romantic relationship with singer-song-writer Lee Sang Soon.

The installment of ‘Section TV Entertainment Relay’ with Lee Hyori’s interview will air later in the day on December 25th.

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[NEWS] Lee Hyori donates one ton of animal food to a shelter every month

There doesn’t seem to be any end or limit to Lee Hyori‘s good deeds, as her generosity and care towards abandoned animals were discovered once more on KBS’s ‘Birth of a Family‘.

On the December 24th episode, the show’s MCs Lee Hwi Jae, Kim Byung Man, and No Woo Jin visited an abandoned animal shelter to volunteer and help out for the show’s Christmas special. After meeting up and talking with the generous hearts that run the place, the topic steered towards the difficulties of running a shelter of this size.

As the shelter houses 350 dogs and 60 cats, the owner chose food supply as the most difficult aspect to keep up with, stating, “I need about two tons of animal food to feed all of them per month, but since last month, Lee Hyori-ssi has been donating one ton a month.”

He continued, “She also doing a great job of raising ‘Soonshim’, the abandoned dog she adopted from this shelter.”

Source: allkpop

[NEWS] Lee Hyori donates one ton of animal food to a shelter every month

There doesn’t seem to be any end or limit to Lee Hyori‘s good deeds, as her generosity and care towards abandoned animals were discovered once more on KBS’s ‘Birth of a Family‘.

On the December 24th episode, the show’s MCs Lee Hwi Jae, Kim Byung Man, and No Woo Jin visited an abandoned animal shelter to volunteer and help out for the show’s Christmas special. After meeting up and talking with the generous hearts that run the place, the topic steered towards the difficulties of running a shelter of this size.

As the shelter houses 350 dogs and 60 cats, the owner chose food supply as the most difficult aspect to keep up with, stating, “I need about two tons of animal food to feed all of them per month, but since last month, Lee Hyori-ssi has been donating one ton a month.”

He continued, “She also doing a great job of raising ‘Soonshim’, the abandoned dog she adopted from this shelter.”

Source: allkpop

[NEWS] Lee Hyori Seen Wearing a Couple Ring?

On December 22, Lee Hyori was spotted wearing a couple ring at a fan signing event. Dressed in a bright red mini dress, Lee Hyori accentuated her style with heavy jewelry, including a gold necklace, a bracelet, and earrings. But what really caught the eyes of the fans was the heart-shaped ring on her fourth finger.

The fourth finger is usually reserved for couple rings, so fans have been questioning if the ring is a gift from her recently revealed boyfriend, Lee Sang Soon-- or if they actually have bigger plans ahead. The two went public with their relationship in late November, revealing they started dating in August.

The event was held to celebrate the release of her calendar for abandoned animals. Lee Hyori is well-known for her efforts to raise awareness for abandoned animals and this calendar is meant to support animal shelters and related organizations.

Source: Soompi

[NEWS] Lee Hyori Cements her Status as the Charity Angel

Lee Hyori has always been recognized for being devoted to community service. Just recently, she delivered coal briquettes and donated approximately $50,000 to disadvantaged senior citizens who live alone in hopes to keep them warm from the bitter winter weathers. Various Korean press and netizens have praised her for her compassion, and Lee Hyori expressed her embarrassment at such lavish compliments.

Earier today, Hyori tweeted, “Aigoo, it’s nothing to be praised about. They’re not keeping themselves warm with expensive oil, nor do they use the cheaper coals everyday…just only on really cold days. I just hope that one day my money will no longer be needed."

According to the Korea Association in Community Care for the Elderly, Hyori and 21 members of her fan club volunteered in handing out coal briquettes for the impoverished senior citizens last Sunday, December 18. Despite the chilly weather, Hyori’s smile never left her face, and she had a great time, talking with the elderly and handing out citron tea she personally made.

Source: Soompi

[NEWS] Hyori donates $50,000 USD to heat the homes of the elderly

Netizens recently discovered that Lee Hyori had donated $50,000 USD to help heat the homes of elderly persons living alone.

When she was praised for her good deed, Hyori humbly tweeted, “I did not do anything deserving of praise. The elderly do not use expensive oil to heat their home, nor do they use cheap briquettes on a daily basis. They told me, ‘My body being alive is a disturbance against others,’ and I wish that such people will never have to use their own money to heat their homes again.”

Representatives of the ‘The Beautiful Foundation‘ and ‘Korean Association for the Elderly Living Alone‘ confirmed, “In November, Hyori donated $10,000 USD and $40,000 more in December. Thanks to her generous donation, hundreds of solitary elderly will be able to spend a warm winter season.”

Not only that, but Hyori and her fans also worked with the association twice to personally deliver briquettes to homes. Fans caught her in the act and spread pictures of her deed over the internet.

Netizens commented, “Such a beautiful picture,” “Let’s learn from Lee Hyori,” and “Her heart is indeed warming.”

Source: allkpop

[NEWS] Lee Hyori to hold a fan signing event to promote her 2012 charity calendar

On December 22nd, Lee Hyori will be holding a fan signing event for her 2012 calendar to spend a warm year end with her fans.

Hyori will be personally there with her sleeves up to aid and promote the sale of her calendars, as all proceeds from its sales will be donated directly to charities. The calendars are already a hit online, with phones ringing off the hook with fans inquiring about pre-orders.

On her Twitter, she wrote, “It’s not just a portion that will be donated, but everything. I’m going to keep my eyes open to make sure that none of it leaks into another pocket.”

The project was a personal idea that Hyori came up with to help people easily contribute their part to helping the cause of abandoned animals, especially for those that don’t know where to start or where to donate.

Source: allkpop

[NEWS] Lee Hyori tears up thinking of the abandoned dogs

Singer Lee Hyori teared up at the thought of the abandoned dogs.

On the December 17th episode of KBS ‘Freedom Declaration Saturday – Birth of a Family’, Lee Hyori met with A Pink and gave realistic advises on abandoned dogs.

Lee Hyori attended an animal protection event and said, “While I took a break for a year, I started to take interest in the people in need around us and animals. I started to see things I didn’t see when I was running fast and I thought I should be of help.”

Then Lee Hyori remembered the time she visited an animal shelter in the past and said, “It was winter and there were more rats than dogs at the shelter. I was so surprised by that and the dogs didn’t even have anything to block the wind in the cold weather living with one meal a day and I felt so sorry for them”, touching the hearts of those around her.

Lee Hyori continued, “When I saw them like that I thought maybe it is better to let them go comfortably” and stated to drop tears from her eyes. Lee Hyori could not hold her emotions at the sad reality of abandoned dogs.

Lastly, Lee Hyori revealed, “When I went to volunteer, I saw their eyes and the way they wag their tails and I thought I shouldn’t have thought that” earning applauses.

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[NEWS] Lee Hyori’s outing to variety through ‘Birth of a Family’

Singer Lee Hyori will be visiting the viewers on KBS ‘Freedom Declaration Saturday – Birth of a Family’. Lee Hyori has not appeared on a variety program for some time so this is the first outing in some time.

On December 16th KBS announced that on the December 17th episode of ‘Birth of a Family’, girl group A Pink who are serving as temporary guardians of abandoned dogs will be meeting Lee Hyori who is actively supporting animal protection.

Last time Lee Hyori appeared on a variety program was as the MC of ‘University Gayo Festival’ back in November.

A Pink attended the Animal Freedom Coalition event ‘the Night of Sponsorship for the establishment of a nursery for abandoned animals’ at the end of November and met with Lee Hyori and her dog Soon Shim.

A Pink are taking care of abandoned dogs as temporary guardians on ‘Birth of a Family’ so they took the initiative to seek out advises from Lee Hyori who is a good mommy to her Soon Shim and a sunbae to them in the music industry.

Lee Hyori noticed Dalyi out of the abandoned dogs A Pink are taking care of and was happy as she said, “I’ve met (Dalyi) when I was at a photo shoot for posters for abandoned dogs".

Lee Hyori gave A Pink members warm advises on some of the difficulties in taking care of an abandoned dog and some of the things to watch out for, as well as how to heal the hurt the abandoned dogs feel.

A Pink carefully asked Lee Hyori, the leader of one of the first girl groups Fin. K. L, whether she had seen their performance and Lee Hyori was sweet enough to show a part of the choreography for ‘I Don’t Know’ where they make butterflies with the hands.

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[NEWS] Lee Hyori donates all proceeds from calendar sales

Singer Lee Hyori will donate all proceeds from selling her 2012 calendars containing the pictorial that she took with her pet dog Soon Shim.

On December 16, Lee tweeted, “You feel sad when you see abandoned animals on TV and you want to help them, right? But you also feel sorry that you can’t help them because you have to go to work, study, and take care of children. You hope that someone will help them or take care of them. That’s why I made the Lee Hyori calendar!”

“All proceeds will be go to build an animal care facility for abandoned animals. I will keep a close watch on the proceeds to make sure they do not slip away. Believe me! Let’s buy, Lee Hyori Calendar! Let’s help, abandoned animals! Do I look like a merchant?”

“When we gave away movie tickets as a gift, over 1,000 people ordered in 10 minutes. But not many people are ordering right now. If it keeps going like this, I’m not going to hold any more events. If over 100,000 calendars sell I will make a public pledge. Are 100,000 calendars too much?”

Source: Korea

[NEWS] Lee Hyori Reveals 2012 Calendar for Abandoned Animals

Lee Hyori revealed a picture of her calendar where she is posing with her dog “Soon Shim.” Lee Hyori wrote on December 15, “Lee Hyori’s Calendar is being sold now. One calendar is worth 12,000 won, delivery is free! The calendar is very beautiful. It is being sold at First Look, and you can only buy it online. Please tell your friends.”

As seen in the picture of the calendar, it reads “Please don’t buy, please adopt.” Lee Hyori is well-known for her efforts in helping out abandoned animals and this calendar also seems to be one of her philanthropic efforts.

On December 12, Lee Hyori received the main award for the “2011 People Who Make the World a Brighter Place.”

Source: Soompi

[NEWS] Lee Hyori completes the perfect party look for ‘Clio’

Following her transformation as a sexy Marilyn Monroe last month, Lee Hyori has returned with yet another stunning look, this time as a party queen for cosmetics brand, ‘Clio‘.

This look is all about bright gemstone colors — Hyori’s jade-green eyeliner and coral lipstick add an edgy touch to a cosmopolitan style. With her feathery purple dress and sleek side-part, the singer looks ready to command any party stage.

Clio’s marketing director stated, “We completed the perfect party look that combines color and style without it being too over the top for a modern party. The dual eyeliner will be an item worth trying for year-end parties to create a secret charm all your own.”

Source: allkpop

[NEWS] Hyori Makes First Public Appearance since Admitting Relationship

On December 12, Lee Hyori made her first public appearance since admitting to her relationship with Lee Sang Soon last month. She was picked as one of the 33 “People That Made the World Brighter in 2011,” organized by the “Korea Green Foundation.” Other notable winners of today's award include, Ulala Session, Kim Tae Won, and Park Jin Hee.

Hyori made her way to the press conference smiling, but she declined to answer any questions regarding her relationship. “It feels awkward to receive this kind of award here today. I’m actually a bit ashamed to receive the same award as these great people,” she said.

“I just started to pay attention to the people in need from this year, so I’m just very thankful for giving me this great prize. I’ll continue to work hard to help the needy people and abandoned animal,” she added.

“If I brightened the world with my beauty in the past, I’ll try to make this world a brighter place with my beautiful heart moving forward,” Hyori said as one of the contestants yelled, “Beautiful Hyori~Beautiful!”

Hyori has actually adopted an abandoned animal in the past and actively publicized how to help support those animals through her massive influence in the SNS world. She also recently donated approximately $100,000 USD to the Animal Shelters and has been one of the most vocal activists for animal rights.

Source: Soompi

[NEWS] Lee Hyori and Ulala Session are selected as world en-lighteners in 2011

Celebrities, including singer Lee Hyori and Ulala Session, winner from Super Star K 3, were recently selected as people who have made the world bright in 2011.

On December 12, the Korea Green Foundation held the ’2011 Awards Ceremony for People Who Enlighten the World’ in Seoul.

At the ceremony, besides Lee and Ulala Session, KBS’s Qualification of Men: Youth Choir, Gag Concert, singer Kim Tae Won, and actress Park Jin Hee received the prize.

Lee adopted an abandoned dog and she has been very active in protecting abandoned animals. Ulala Session impressed people by working hard even in a bad situation and gave people hope.

Many movies, which impacted the society, also received the prize.

Director Hwang Dong Hyuk, who made the movie Dogani, and Song Yoon Hee, who made the movie White Jungle, also received the prize. Pororo, an animated children’s character, received a special prize.

The 7th awards ceremony chose the 33 prize winning celebrities from people’s online recommendations and specialized jury members who evaluated the nominees.

Source: Korea

[NEWS] Lee Hyori says, “Please stop coming over to my house with a camera!”

Lee Hyori shows discomfort after admitting her relationship with Lee Sang Soon, the singer- song writer.

On the 6th of December at 5:55 p.m., Lee tweeted, “Please stop coming to my house with a camera.”

“You’ve already taken our picture and interviewed us, and what could you possibly want more from us? I can’t even walk Soon Shim (Lee’s pet dog)… Please, I’m begging you.” Lee shows discomfort over reporters coming over to her place after hearing the news.

On November 28, Lee Hyori admitted that she has been dating Lee Sang Soon for five months and as the news breaks out, media masses have shown great interest in her. Now Lee Hyo Ri shows uneasy feelings about the media’s overwhelming interest in her private life.

They are known to be dating since July, as they began working on an album for abandoned animals as a part of Korea Animal Rights Advocates (KARA).

Source: Korea

[NEWS] Hyori responds to netizens’ comments about her relationship

On December 3rd, Lee Hyori wrote a message on her Twitter that seemed to address the comments made by netizens about her relationship.

Hyori tweeted, “We are all insects under the sky…. People that are a little better looking, people that are a little uglier, people who have it better, some people who have it worse… what meaning does this all have?”

Her message seems to be directed towards all the negative comments made by netizens, ever since it was revealed that she’s been dating singer-songwriter Lee Sang Soon (38) for the past 5 months. Netizens have been voicing their opinions on Lee Sang Soon’s looks, and wondered aloud about what kind of charms he possessed to capture Hyori’s heart.

Source: allkpop

[NEWS] The real reason why Lee Hyori dates with Lee Sang Soon

Singer Lee Hyori, who recently admitted that she’s in a relationship, is drawing attention because of her old interview.

On November 30, SBS’s Midnight TV Entertainment aired the behind the scene story of Lee and singer/song-writer Lee Sang Soon’s relationship.

The show also aired the old interview that Lee gave in the past.

During the interview, Lee was asked about her ideal man type and she replied, “I like the person who makes me feel comfortable like a friend. I don’t like handsome men. I want my soul mate who can truly understands me.”

Her statement reminds people of her current boyfriend Lee Sang Soon.

Since they have mutual friends, they could become close friends easily. They are both interested in taking care of abandoned animalsand their common interests have affected their relationship a lot.

The couple has been dated at night around Lee Hyori’s neighborhood.

Source: Korea

[NEWS] Lee Sang Soon speaks out about relationship with Lee Hyori

Lee Hyori drew the attention of the viewers with her relationship with Roller Coaster member Lee Sang Soon.

On the episode of SBS’s ‘One Night of TV Entertainment’ which aired on November 30th, there was an in-depth report on the story that Lee Hyori and Lee Sang Soon are dating and the crew visited Lee Sang Soon.

As a picture with Lee Sang Soon was revealed by a newspaper, Lee Hyori openly admitted that they are dating.

While working on the music to advocate animal rights, Lee Hyori and Lee Sang Soon started their feelings for each other. The two had countless hours of conversation about animal protection and eventually fell for each other. Most of their dates happened nearby the park at Lee Hyori’s home.

SBS ‘One Night of TV Entertainment’ sent out a reporter to Lee Sang Soon’s radio station, but he only said, “It is as it was written on the newspapers” and it seemed like he wanted to keep things on the low as much as possible for Lee Hyori.

Source: Kpopfever