Wentworth Miller

*just have to say that Wentworth is sooooo HOT. And he smiled at ME. Hahaha! and check out this link. soo funny.   Wentworth Miller Wows Fans
	By Cathy Rose A. Garcia Staff Reporter Wentworth Miller, star of the popular TV series ``Prison Break'' won the hearts of Korean fans with his intelligence, charisma and even his singing during a fan meeting event at the Shilla Hotel, Seoul on Friday. Miller was in Seoul for two days, as the new model for Korean brand Bean Pole Jeans. Wearing a white hooded jacket, blue shirt and jeans, Miller greeted the mostly female crowd with ``Annyonghaseyo,'' drawing excited screams. Miller is immensely popular among Korean fans, who call him ``Sok Ho-pil,'' the Koreanized version of his Prison Break character Michael Scofield. ``I was told my character was given a nickname in Korean, which has a direct reference to an historical figure. That meant the world to me to know I'm part of a show that knows no borders when it comes to cultural differences or language,'' he said. Scofield is also the name of Frank William Scofield, a Canadian who helped in Korea's independence movement. Around 500 fans and journalists attended the press conference and fan meeting. Throughout the 40-minute event, it seemed Miller's every move, whether it was a smile, a wave or the casual way he took off his jacket, made his fans squeal. When asked about his similarities with his Prison Break character, Miller said he is a ``simple and boring person,'' but the character shows him at his ``most compelling.'' ``In my career as an actor, there is a catchphrase that Scofield always says often in regards to his brother, `Have a little faith.' In my own career as an actor, there were times when I was the only one who believed in myself in the face of the odds,'' he said. When asked about his ideal woman, Miller admitted his preference is for dark-haired women who are confident, stylish and have a sense of humor. Comedian Park Kyung-rim, who hosted the event, jokingly told him that she fulfills the qualifications for his ideal woman. ``I should be so lucky,'' Miller said, with a smile. Miller, who was part of an a cappella group while studying at Princeton University, gave fans a sample of his smooth singing voice. He sang ``Happy Birthday Korea,'' in a low, deep voice, making his fans swoon. Bean Pole Jeans will soon unveil the ads featuring Miller wearing simple jeans and a T-shirt. ``I am very pleased to be part of the Bean Pole family. The relationship makes sense to me since Bean Pole has a lot in common with Prison Break. We're both enterprises that have the highest levels of creativity, craftsmanship and innovation,'' he said. Miller said he would tour the Secret Garden in Changdok Palace before he left for the United States. He added he would like to return to visit Cheju Island. During the event, three fans were given a chance to present Miller with presents including an Oriental style painting of his Prison Break character and two big teddy bears. Last year, Bean Pole hired American actress Gwyneth Paltrow and popular actor Daniel Henney for its advertising campaign. cathy@koreatimes.co.kr 03-23-2007 19:52

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Prison Break Star to Visit Korea

By Cathy Rose A. Garcia Staff Reporter American actor Wentworth Miller Wentworth Miller, star of the hugely popular TV series ``Prison Break,’’ will be coming to Seoul on Thursday. Korean brand Bean Pole Jeans has hired Miller as the new model for its line of casual wear. Cheil Industries Inc. last month said it had signed a one-year contract with Miller to be the model for Bean Pole Jeans. It said it hired Miller for his intellectual appeal. Miller will arrive in Seoul on Thursday and will have a fan meeting and press conference on Friday. Miller was originally supposed to visit Seoul last month, but the visit was postponed because of a scheduling conflict. Miller is not the first Hollywood star hired by Bean Pole to promote its brand. Last year, Bean Pole hired American actress Gwyneth Paltrow and popular actor Daniel Henney for its advertising campaign. Miller is known as ``Scofield’’ among Korean fans who watch the action-packed series ``Prison Break.’’ In the series, he plays Michael Scofield, a man who deliberately goes to prison with a daring plan to help his brother escape a death sentence. The 34-year-old actor was born in England, but was raised in the U.S. He graduated from the prestigious Princeton University with a degree in English Literature. After graduating, he headed to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career. Miller is currently one of the models for clothing chain Gap’s ``Khakis with Attitude’’ spring campaign in the United States, along with actress Kyra Sedgwick and actor Chris O’Donnell. Prior to Prison Break, Miller starred in the TV mini-series ``Dinotopia’’ and in the 2000 film ``The Human Stain.’’ He also appeared in Mariah Carey’s music videos, ``It’s Like That’’ and ``We Belong Together.’’