# Lee Hyori Fumes Over Girlfriend's Demands on JTBC's 'Love War'

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- Published: 2026-10-15T10:10:46.509Z
- Publisher: Hallyu Brief

> On JTBC's variety show 'Love War' episode 16, Lee Hyori criticized a girlfriend who made her boyfriend endure a nearly three-hour wait in 40-degree heat for salt bread. Actress Ko Jun-hee joined as a special MC, and the panel strongly condemned the treatment.

## Key points

1. Lee Hyori criticized a girlfriend who had her boyfriend wait nearly three hours for salt bread.
2. The episode aired on JTBC's Love War on October 12, with Ko Jun-hee as special MC.
3. Lee Hyori joked she wanted to scout the boyfriend for her company.

## What happened on Love War episode 16?

Lee Hyori expressed strong frustration with a girlfriend who treated her job-seeking boyfriend like an unpaid manager on JTBC's variety show 'Love War.' The episode aired on October 12, according to My Daily.

The couple argued during a nearly three-hour wait in about 40-degree heat for a popular hotspot's salt bread. The girlfriend, a Miss World Korea contestant who was born in the United States, also reportedly traveled 1 hour 40 minutes for bakery tours.

## Who joined the episode?

Actress Ko Jun-hee appeared as a special diplomat and special MC. The panel, including Lee Hyori, criticized the girlfriend's behavior as the boyfriend carried her parasol, bags, and bread packaging.

## What did the MCs say?

Lee Hyori said that even her husband could not endure such a wait, and she half-jokingly offered to scout the boyfriend for her company. Ko Jun-hee said the behavior had become a habit, and Seo Jang-hoon rejected the girlfriend's description of herself as a 'public figure,' telling her to get her act together.

## For international fans

Love War is a JTBC reality-style variety show that examines real couples' conflicts through studio discussion. Lee Hyori is a well-known singer and entertainer in Korea, and Seo Jang-hoon is a longtime variety host. Viewers outside Korea can check JTBC's official channels or streaming partners for availability.

## FAQ

### When did Love War episode 16 air?

Episode 16 aired on October 12, at 9:50 p.m. KST, according to My Daily.

### Who is the special MC in Love War episode 16?

Actress Ko Jun-hee joined as a special diplomat and special MC for the episode.

### Why did Lee Hyori get angry on Love War?

She reacted to a girlfriend who made her boyfriend wait nearly three hours in heat for salt bread and treated him like a manager.

## Sources

- [My Daily](https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/117/0004114163)

_Written and translated with AI from official announcements and Korean media reports. If something is wrong, please let us know._
