{
  "id": 16269630,
  "title": "Korea's iconic trio still reigns: Kim Tae-hee, Song Hye-kyo and Jun Ji-hyun",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/koreas-iconic-trio-still-reigns-kim-tae-hee-song-hye-kyo-and-jun-ji",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-24T03:22:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/20261024/koreas-iconic-trio-still-reigns-kim-tae-hee-song-hye-kyo-and-jun-ji-hyun"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kim Tae-hee, Song Hye-kyo and Jun Ji-hyun - collectively known as the iconic trio \"Tae-Hye-Ji\" in Korea - are resurfacing in the public eye following a series of high-profile appearances. This nickname, formed by taking one syllable from each actress's name, has long been used to refer to these three leading actresses, who were the defining beauty and entertainment icons of their generation.\n\nThe trio's enduring popularity was recently highlighted as each star made their own distinctive statement in the fashion world. Kim Tae-hee made her debut on Thursday by attending a 90th anniversary event of a prestigious jewelry brand in Seoul's Gangnam Center. She opted for an elegant ivory strapless gown that accentuated her figure with a fitted bodice and a voluminous floor-length skirt. Her hair was styled in a neat sweep, drawing attention to her facial features.\n\nJust a day later, on Friday, Jun Ji-hyun chose a strikingly different look at an event marking the opening of an athleisure brand's pop-up store. She donned a navy crop top paired with a short jacket, showcasing a sporty yet chic ensemble. This marked a refreshing change from Kim's previous appearance, illustrating the diverse styles within this influential trio of actresses.",
  "summary": "Kim Tae-hee, Song Hye-kyo and Jun Ji-hyun — the three stars collectively nicknamed \"Tae-Hye-Ji\" in Korea — are back in the spotlight after making headlines within days of one another, showing why the trio remain among the country's most enduring celebrity icons. The nickname combines one syllable from each actress's name and has long been used in Korea to refer to the three leading actresses, who…",
  "key_points": [
    "Iconic trio: Kim Tae-hee, Song Hye-kyo, Jun Ji-hyun",
    "Nickname \"Tae-Hye-Ji\" formed from syllables of their names",
    "Each actress made distinctive fashion statements recently"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The recent high-profile fashion appearances of these three actresses reinforce their enduring status as the defining entertainment icons of their generation within the Korean cultural landscape.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}