Gary to Leave ‘Running Man’!
It's confirmed, Gary will leave 'Running Man'! To the surprise of the followers of the six-year-old variety show, it has been confirmed that one of its original members, Gary, is now leaving the show. The variety show's last episode with Gary on it will air on October 31. On November onwards, 'Running Man' will continue to air with the rest of the cast minus Gary.
The news about Gary leaving 'Running Man' is making the fans sad. They said 'Running Man' won't feel the same without the rapper. This could be because Gary was one of the original casts when the variety show started last July 11, 2010. The singer even developed a loveline with one of the casts, Song Ji-Hyo. Gary and Song Ji-Hyo are known as the 'Monday Couple,' the show's primary loveline couple. The term 'Monday Couple' was first used in episode 12. And as of October 23, 2016, 'Running Man' had already aired a total of 322 episodes.
The reason behind why Gary to leave 'Running Man' is the singer's desire to pursue his music career. As explained by the producers of 'Running Man', Gary wanted to focus more on his music. He wanted to give more time for his music and to focus more on his music studies. Although saddened by his request, the producers of the show wanted to respect his decision. They said it's enough that Gary had given his six years to 'Running Man'. They're already thankful for that. If he wanted to pursue his main field as a musician, they will respect his decision.
The casts of 'Running Man' are Yoo Jae Suk, Haha, Ji Suk Jin, Kim Jong Kook, Lee Kwang Soo, and Song Ji Hyo. Former cast members who left the show for different reasons were Lizzy, Song Jong Ki, and now to join them is, Gary. With Gary to leave 'Running Man', the show will never be the same. But rest assured, the show's producers will make a way to ensure that fans will get the fun and entertainment they deserve.
