Felix of Stray Kids shared a surprising behind-the-scenes story about an unforgettable gift from Park Jin-young, leaving viewers impressed.
During the December 24 broadcast of tvN’s variety show You Quiz on the Block, Felix appeared as a guest and opened up about how Park Jin-young personally prepared 20-don (pure gold) commemorative plaques for every Stray Kids member.
A Gift to Celebrate a Historic Achievement
Stray Kids recently made history by becoming the first artist ever to top the Billboard 200 eight consecutive times, while also ranking No.1 in U.S. album sales this year. To mark the milestone, Park Jin-young reportedly commissioned pure gold plaques and presented them individually to all members.
Felix recalled that the moment happened casually during a meal together.
“He suddenly said, ‘Guys, I have something to give you,’” Felix shared, explaining that Park Jin-young surprised them by handing out the commemorative gifts one by one.
“They Deserve Even More”
Hearing that each plaque was worth approximately ₩14 million (around $10,500 USD), host Yoo Jae-suk couldn’t hide his amazement. Laughing, he commented that the members more than deserved the recognition, joking that 20 don might not even be enough given their achievements.
The story quickly became one of the most talked-about moments of the episode, highlighting both Stray Kids’ global success and the strong bond between the group and their agency founder.
Continuing Their Global Rise
As Stray Kids continue to dominate charts worldwide, the gesture stood out as a symbolic acknowledgment of their hard work and impact — not just as a chart-topping group, but as artists reshaping K-pop’s global presence.
You Quiz on the Block airs every Wednesday at 8:45 PM KST on tvN, featuring candid conversations with notable figures from across entertainment, culture, and beyond.