From ‘Nation’s Niece’ to Runway Royalty: Choo Sarang Stuns Fans with 173cm Graduation Glow-Up
Remember the cute little toddler who stole everyone’s heart with her iconic short bangs and obsession with bananas? Choo Sarang, the beloved star of the hit Korean variety show The Return of Superman, is officially all grown up—and she is already towering over most of us.
On June 16, her father, MMA fighter Choo Sung-hoon (also known as Sexyama), took to social media to celebrate a major milestone: his daughter’s middle school graduation. Sharing a heartfelt message, he wrote, “The child who was once so small and fit perfectly in my arms has suddenly grown so much and is graduating. Thank you for growing up healthy, bright, and beautiful.” He added a tear-jerking reminder to his daughter: “Even if the whole world isn’t on your side, remember that your dad always will be.”
The Ultimate Genetic Jackpot
While the emotional graduation message pulled at everyone’s heartstrings, it was the accompanying photo that truly broke the internet. Dressed in an elegant pink gown, Choo Sarang showed off a stunning, mature look that is a far cry from her playful toddler days. At just 14 years old, she has reportedly hit a staggering height of 173cm (around 5’8″).
Netizens quickly pointed out that she won the ultimate genetic lottery. She perfectly inherited the sharp, charismatic features of her father, Choo Sung-hoon, and the long, slender proportions of her mother, top Japanese model Shiho Yano. It’s safe to say the “baby fat” is entirely gone, replaced by a high-fashion, runway-ready aura.
Next Stop: The Chanel Runway?
This jaw-dropping transformation isn’t a complete surprise to fashion insiders. On a recent episode of SBS’s My Little Old Boy, Shiho Yano revealed that her daughter actually made her runway debut in Paris at the tender age of six. More recently, she even graced the cover of Vogue Korea, earning praise from veteran Korean supermodel Han Hye-jin, who lauded her intense gaze and natural posing skills.
Shiho Yano also shared her ultimate dream for her daughter. “I really want to see Choo Sarang walk the Chanel runway,” she confessed. “It was a dream that I couldn’t achieve myself.” Seeing how effortlessly she pulls off high-fashion looks in her latest graduation photos, fans and netizens are betting that a luxury runway debut is not a matter of “if,” but “when.”
Whether she follows her mother’s footsteps into the global modeling industry or takes a completely different path, one thing is certain: our favorite “Nation’s Niece” is ready to take the world by storm. What do you think of her incredible transformation? Keep your eyes on this rising star!
