On February 26, a new video was released on the YouTube channel “고은언니 한고은,” where Wendy reflected on her years studying in Canada. Laughing, she said, “All I did was eat,” before revealing that she gained around 10 to 15 kilograms (approximately 22 to 33 pounds) in just one year.
During that time, she was also going through a rebellious phase, which led to bold fashion choices. Wendy explained that she bleached half of her hair and wore a skull-patterned tie, dramatically changing her appearance.
When she returned to Korea after completing her studies, her family was waiting for her at the airport—but they walked right past her without realizing it was her. “My mom and my sister just passed by me,” Wendy recalled. “So I went up to them myself and said, ‘Mom, it’s me.’” She added that her mother responded in shock, saying, “What happened to you?”
Coming from a conservative family, her parents were reportedly very surprised by both her weight gain and edgy styling. Wendy shared that after that day, she dyed her hair back to a more natural color and toned down her look.
In the same video, Wendy also opened up about experiencing racism during her time abroad and honestly reflected on the struggles she faced before becoming the person she is today, offering fans a deeper look into her personal growth beyond her idol image.
Sources: YouTube channel 고은언니 한고은,MK Sports