Actor Daniel Dae Kim, known for his roles in popular TV shows like Lost, has recently discovered the meaning behind being called a 'zaddy' on social media. The term, defined as an attractive man who is stylish, charming, and self-confident, initially puzzled Kim, who thought it was a misspelling of 'daddy.' However, his sons clarified the term for him, much to his amusement.
Kim, 55, shares two sons, Zander and Jackson, with his wife Mia Kim, whom he has been married to for nearly 30 years. Despite being considered a 'sex symbol' and being featured on People's Sexiest Men Alive list in 2005 and 2021, Kim remains humble, noting that his sons see him as just their dad.
Having been born in South Korea and raised in New York City, Kim has always been proud of his Korean heritage. He reflected on the significance of being recognized as one of the sexiest men in the world in 2005, highlighting the lack of representation for men who looked like him at the time.
Despite his recognition, Kim remains grounded, joking that being on People's list didn't exempt him from household chores like taking out the garbage. He values the representation he provides for Asians in the entertainment industry, expressing satisfaction in seeing more Asian Americans succeeding in show business.
In a recent interview, Kim emphasized the talent and desire within the Asian American community and the increasing opportunities now available for them. He acknowledged the evolving landscape of representation and diversity in the industry, particularly noting the rise of K-pop and K-drama in raising awareness of Korean culture.
