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“Dear Reporter Waiting Park” meme: meaning, origin and common card

This meme features South Korean journalist Park Dae-ki shivering during a January 2010 snowstorm.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 7 min read
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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Dear Reporter Waiting Park” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 22131 of the collection, and the 53rd best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Dear Reporter Waiting Park” meme mean?

The image conveys stoic perseverance and dark humor regarding physical discomfort borne with dignity. It is used to comment on situations where someone endures a hostile environment, waits indefinitely, or stands firm despite difficulties, often highlighting their inability or refusal to leave.

Where does the “Dear Reporter Waiting Park” meme come from?

The phenomenon began on January 4, 2010, during a severe blizzard in Seoul. Reporter Park Dae-ki, affiliated with KBS, made eight appearances between 6:00 AM and 8:30 AM on the Weather Special program. His hair and clothes gradually froze over as he remained standing. The linguistic coincidence of his name, Daegi, meaning 'to wait' in Korean, amplified the viral spread, turning him into an icon of patience before crossing international internet borders.

  1. 2010Initial broadcast of the report by KBS during the historic Seoul snowstorm.

How to use the “Dear Reporter Waiting Park” meme

  • Post the image when waiting patiently in a long line during bad weather.
  • Comment on a demanding professional situation requiring calm under pressure.
  • React to devastating winter weather news by highlighting the resilience of reporters.

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The “Dear Reporter Waiting Park” card in MyMemeCards

Dear Reporter Waiting Park card
NumberNo. 22131
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes World series 74
Fame64/100 · #53 of 300
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 74: 300 cards
  • Common25083%
  • Rare299.7%
  • Epic217.0%

How to get the “Dear Reporter Waiting Park” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Dear Reporter Waiting Park comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the Dear Reporter Waiting Park?

He is Park Dae-ki, a presenter for South Korea's public broadcaster KBS, known for his coverage of a blizzard in 2010.

Why is this meme called Waiting Park?

The pun arises because his name, Daegi, translates exactly to 'wait' in Korean, creating a double meaning with his immovable posture.

Which show aired the report?

The footage comes from the Weather Special program aired on KBS 1TV and KBS 2TV during the night of January 3-4, 2010.

How do I get the Dear Reporter Waiting Park meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Dear Reporter Waiting Park” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Dear Reporter Waiting Park card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: KBS 박대기 기자 재등장…"폭설엔 역시!" · 박대기 (r351 판) - 나무위키 · '눈사람' 박대기 기자 “난 평생 인기가 없어서…” · checked on October 16, 2026.

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