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K-pop Demon Hunters' Lee Jae marries producer Sam Kim in Seoul, a month ahead of original California plan

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K-pop Demon Hunters' Lee Jae marries producer Sam Kim in Seoul, a month ahead of original California plan

Singer-songwriter Lee Jae and producer Sam Kim married Oct. 17 at Stage28 in Seoul, moving up their California ceremony to accommodate awards commitments for Netflix's K-pop Demon Hunters.

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K-pop Demon Hunters' Lee Jae marries producer Sam Kim in Seoul, a month ahead of original California plan

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