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Former 9MUSES member Keumjo, now musical theater actress Lee Keum Jo, has personally shared the news of her pregnancy.
9MUSES’ Keumjo | @keumjo_1217/Instagram
On February 14, 2026 (KST), Keumjo announced her pregnancy on Instagram with the caption “Pregnancy reveal.”
| @keumjo_1217/Instagram
She revealed that the baby’s nickname is “Parangi,” meaning “Papa’s love.” Keumjo added, “Just as I had hoped, it’s a boy,” and expressed her excitement as an expectant mother.
“#PregnancyReveal #12w1d
I developed a habit of texting my dad, even though I knew there was no way he could reply.
We started trying in April, but our baby didn’t come easily. We’re both perfectly healthy, so we kept wondering why. Just as I was beginning to feel a little exhausted, I asked my dad for the first time: ‘Dad, aren’t you sorry for leaving me behind and going alone? Then please send me a baby.’
And on December 17, my birthday, I found out I was pregnant, like a gift, with those two lines.
So we gave our baby the nickname “Parang,” meaning “Papa’s love.” 💙
It’s also been my favorite color for a long time. And I’ve always hoped my first child would be a son who resembles Seongjae oppa—so maybe that wish added a little extra touch? 😚
As I wished, the genetic test results came back… a boy! Ta-da 🌶️
Carefully sharing this pregnancy news with you all as well. Parang, let’s meet healthy and happy in the fresh, green month of August.”
— Keumjo
Meanwhile, Keumjo married musical actor Baek Ki Beom in 2022. As the couple celebrates this blessing two years into their marriage, congratulatory messages from fans and fellow colleagues have continued to pour in.