Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang praises Hwasa, dances to 'Golden'

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| yna@yna.co.kr 2026-06-08 09:33:42

▲ This still, screenshot from tvN's "You Quiz on the Block" preview footage released on the show's Youtube channel on June 8, 2026, shows Jensen Huang, chief executive officer of NVIDIA, making a rare appearance on the Korean entertainment talk show during his visit to South Korea. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE)(Yonhap)

 

SEOUL, June 8 (Yonhap) -- Jensen Huang, chief executive officer of NVIDIA, made a rare appearance on a Korean entertainment talk show during his visit to South Korea, marking his first appearance on a Korean variety program.

 

tvN's "You Quiz on the Block" released a short video from the recording session through its official social media accounts during the weekend. 

 

In the clip, Huang appeared wearing his trademark black leather jacket and lightened the atmosphere by dancing to "Golden," a soundtrack from the Netflix animated series KPop Demon Hunters.

 

Huang also displayed his enthusiasm for K-pop by praising Hwasa.

 

"I absolutely love Hwasa's music. She is incredibly charming," Huang said.

 

▲ This still, screenshot from tvN's "You Quiz on the Block" preview footage released on the show's Youtube channel on June 8, 2026, shows Jensen Huang, chief executive officer of NVIDIA, making a rare appearance on the Korean entertainment talk show during his visit to South Korea. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE)(Yonhap)

 

He went on to mention Hwasa's latest songs, "So Cute" and "Good Goodbye," describing her as "an exceptional dancer and a great vocalist."

 

Host Yoo Jae-suk reacted with surprise, saying, "You even know Hwasa's new songs?" before joking that "'So Cute' is going to become even more popular."

 

It marks the first time Huang, founder of Nvidia and a central figure in the generative artificial intelligence revolution, has appeared on a Korean or international entertainment variety program.

 

During the broadcast, Huang is expected to discuss Nvidia's founding and growth, share insights on the AI era and offer his views on the qualities future talent should possess.

 

The episode is scheduled to air at 8:45 p.m. on Wednesday. 

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