Ken Jeong Faces Student Paparazzi at Cal State LA
Community star charms students as photographers follow him around the campus with cameras.
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Ken Jeong’s recent campus drop-in at Cal State LA sparked a playful frenzy among student photographers. An Instagram repost by @presidenteanes and the university’s official handle @calstatela captured the actor engaging with students and, in his trademark style, turning the tables on those snapping his photos. The caption read, “We’ve had some issues with in-house paparazzi. Luckily Ken Jeong knows a thing or two about dealing with Hollywood types.”
Ken Jeong Takes On Campus Paparazzi
Outside the university’s Student Union, Jeong greeted a crowd of photography and media arts majors who had gathered for a surprise appearance. Armed with DSLR cameras and smartphones, they trailed the actor as he made his way across the quad. Rather than ducking or hiding, Jeong paused to strike playful poses, wagging a finger at the lens and urging aspiring shooters to step up their game.
In one image shared by Cal State LA, Jeong stands amid a cluster of students, hands on hips and a mock-serious expression on his face. In another, he leans into the frame, clearly enjoying the banter. His reaction underscores why he remains a favorite on both big and small screens: he knows how to riff off unexpected moments.
Career Highlights And Campus Connection
Born in Detroit and trained as a physician at Duke-NUS Medical School, Ken Jeong catapulted into entertainment with stand-up comedy before landing the role of Leslie Chow in The Hangover trilogy. He later starred in Community and created the sitcom Dr. Ken, drawing from his medical background for story inspiration. On Instagram, he’s increasingly shared behind-the-scenes looks at his latest ventures, reminding fans of his versatility.
Most recently, Jeong added executive producer and host to his résumé with Fox’s adaptation of the Belgian gameshow 99 To Beat. In an October Instagram post, he wrote, “Honored and can’t wait! repost @independentartistgroup IAG client @KenJeong to host & executive produce the Primetime U.S. adaptation of Belgian gameshow #99ToBeat for @FoxTV!” His knack for connecting with live audiences—be it on campus or on reality TV—remains a constant.
Beyond The Paparazzi: What’s Next For Jeong
While students were still buzzing about their impromptu photo op, Jeong shared a few hints about upcoming projects. A June post from his handle teased, “this crew is so funny, they’re driving me wild,” tagging #animalcontrolfox and #goingdutchfox, both slated to stream on Hulu. His willingness to juggle acting, hosting and producing continues to keep him in high demand.
After the campus encounter, Cal State LA’s president noted that the day’s “in-house paparazzi” had learned from a pro how to handle fast-moving subjects. For his part, Jeong thanked the students for “capturing the moment,” reminding them that every photograph tells a story—and sometimes that story is an unexpected cameo by a Hollywood comedian.
As the cameras finally stowed away, Jeong waved goodbye, promising to return for a masterclass on comedic timing and media production. For everyone involved, the brief convergence of campus life and celebrity spotlight proved that, with the right attitude, even a swarm of lenses can become part of the fun.
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