{
  "id": 1637095,
  "title": "#SHOWBIZ: Lee Dong Wook says men should handle housework because it requires strength",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/showbiz-lee-dong-wook-says-men-should-handle-housework-because-it",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-18T05:00:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2026/08/1513625/showbiz-lee-dong-wook-says-men-should-handle-housework-because-it"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "South Korean actor Lee Dong Wook, 44, expressed his belief that men should be responsible for household chores due to their physical strength, during a recent appearance on the Korean talk show Salon Drip. The actor, who is currently unmarried, stated that he personally holds the view that housework should be done by men. He explained that the physically demanding nature of household chores makes it more suitable for men, who generally possess greater physical strength. Lee emphasized that the energy required for such tasks is better suited to men. Despite his personal stance, the actor clarified that he would have no issue managing all household chores himself if he ever gets married. Lee, who has grown accustomed to handling things on his own, expressed discomfort when someone else takes care of his household chores, as he has his own method of doing them. His comments shed light on his preference for independence and his unique perspective on domestic responsibilities.",
  "summary": "SEOUL: South Korean actor Lee Dong Wook has shared his personal views on dividing household chores, saying he believes men should take responsibility for housework because it requires physical strength.",
  "key_points": [
    "South Korean actor Lee Dong Wook believes men should handle housework.",
    "He attributes this to men's physical strength and the demanding nature of chores.",
    "Lee would manage all chores himself if he ever gets married."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Lee Dong Wook's comments reflect a traditional view of gender roles, implying that men's physical strength gives them a practical advantage in household chores and making them better suited to handle them.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}