Previously, the so-called “Prada curse” became a hot topic as several of the brand’s ambassadors got embroiled in different controversies.
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Now, with NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang’s affair scandal unexpectedly spreading to tvN’s You Quiz on the Block, the so-called “You Quiz curse” is being brought up online.
In particular, Jensen Huang shocked many as he had proudly shared his love story with his wife on You Quiz just five months ago, showcasing a devoted husband image, making his recent affair admission even more startling.
At the time, Huang reminisced about meeting his wife, Lori Huang, who is two years older, during college. He shared how they began dating after he offered to help her study every weekend to improve her grades. He also revealed that he started wearing his iconic black leather jacket at her suggestion, highlighting his special affection. During the filming, his wife and daughter appeared alongside him, showing a happy family.
However, with this completely opposite news emerging just five months after the broadcast, many online have responded bitterly. As Jensen Huang becomes the latest figure embroiled in controversy after appearing on You Quiz, some netizens are revisiting past guests’ scandals, saying, “The You Quiz curse really is global.”
In fact, several famous figures who appeared on You Quiz have later been involved in unexpected controversies.
A prime example is Microsoft founder Bill Gates. Gates appeared on You Quiz in August last year, drawing attention with his plan to donate 99% of his wealth to society and sharing his life philosophy.
However, in February this year, he admitted to and apologized for affairs with two Russian women amid controversy over his past ties to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. He denied direct involvement in Epstein’s sexual exploitation crimes.
ASTRO member and actor Cha Eunwoo also faced controversy after appearing on You Quiz. In May 2024, he openly shared his experiences in the entertainment industry and his fond memories of the late ASTRO member Moonbin.
However, earlier in January, it was revealed that he had received a notice from the National Tax Service for income tax arrears amounting to billions of won. Cha Eunwoo later paid about ₩13.0 billion KRW (about $9.70 million USD) in back taxes and apologized but challenged the tax assessment’s validity by filing an appeal with the Tax Tribunal, seeking a legal judgment.
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Chef Im Sung Geun, who gained popularity through Netflix’s Culinary Class Wars 2 is another case. On January 14th, he appeared on You Quiz, sharing his culinary career and success story.
However, just four days later, on January 18th, he shocked viewers by confessing to being caught three times for drunk driving in the past. Additional offenses surfaced afterward, amplifying the controversy, which eventually led him to announce a suspension of his broadcasting activities.
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Former You Quiz regular MC Jo Se Ho was not exempt from controversy either. When suspicions arose last December about his ties with a figure identified as a gang member, he voluntarily stepped down from both You Quiz and KBS2’s 2 Days & 1 Night. He denied any involvement in business or bribery allegations, but his entertainment career is currently still up in the air.
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As a result, from global business leaders to popular entertainers, star chefs, and regular MCs, a series of controversies have sparked online discussions spreading the “You Quiz controversy relay.”
Given that You Quiz attracts public affection through guests’ success stories and honest life talks, there is an interpretation that negative news following the show acts as an even greater shock. As not only celebrities but also global business leaders have been repeatedly embroiled in personal scandals, the online joke about the “You Quiz curse” has gained attention.