Ko Ji-yong and Lee Jae-jin share a photo together.

Former Jekkis member Ko Ji-yong shared a photo with fellow member Lee Jae-jin on social media. Ko posted on Instagram on the 24th, writing, "Friday, meeting Jae-jin-hyung after a long time," alongside the photo. In the image, the two are seated at a table eating delivery food, with Ko, wearing a white shirt, showing a healthy complexion. Lee, dressed in a gray sleeveless shirt and a cap, appears relaxed, and the two smile at each other while taking a selfie. Fans responded with comments such as, "This isn't a dream," "Insane," and "Still handsome even with age."

Health Recovery Displayed

Ko Ji-yong revealed that he was hospitalized last year due to a sharp rise in liver function levels, which had reached the brink of cirrhosis. He said, "I was hospitalized due to a sudden rise in liver function levels. It reached the brink of cirrhosis." Since then, Ko has shown signs of improved health, and his rosy complexion in the photo is noticeable. Ko married doctor Heo Yang-im in December 2013 and welcomed their son, Ko Seung-jae, in October 2014. He has since ceased entertainment activities and currently communicates with fans through TikTok live broadcasts. He also promotes a welfare app designed for seniors living alone.

Lee Jae-jin Confirms Having a Son After Marriage

Lee Jae-jin married a non-celebrity in 2021, and recently, Eun Ji-won revealed on a broadcast that Lee had a son. Lee was active with Jekkis at YG Entertainment from 2016 to 2024, after which he stepped back from activities to focus on family life. Debuting with Jekkis in 1997, Lee has not engaged in entertainment activities since, and there have been no official activities since his 2021 marriage. The recent sighting of the two together has drawn significant attention, especially after their appearance on MBC's "Infinite Challenge" Toto Ga Season 2.

Friendship from Jekkis Era to Present

Ko Ji-yong and Lee Jae-jin debuted as members of the boy group Jekkis in 1997 and were active for about three years. After the group disbanded, Ko Ji-yong retired from the entertainment industry and pursued a career as a businessman, while Lee returned to Jekkis at YG Entertainment. The two have maintained a long-standing friendship, and this photo once again confirms their bond. Among the Jekkis members who were active at YG from their 1997 debut until 2016, Lee was the most recent to remain active, while Ko ceased entertainment activities after 2013. Their relationship has long been a topic of interest among fans, and this photo marks their most recent official meeting as of July 24, 2026.

Fans' Reactions and Media Response

After Ko Ji-yong posted the photo on social media, netizens responded with comments such as, "This isn't a dream," "A photo of the two of them together," "It's touching," and "Still handsome even with age." Ko Ji-yong posted the photo on his social media on July 24, 2026, and this information was confirmed as of July 25, 2026. Ko has recently been communicating with fans through TikTok live broadcasts, which is one of his current methods of engagement. Lee Jae-jin had a son after his 2021 marriage, and his recent status was first revealed on Eun Ji-won's broadcast. The photo of the two was released on July 24, 2026, and this is the most recent confirmed information as of July 25, 2026.