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Actor Lee Ju-seung Donates 100 Million Won Prize Money, Citing Grandfather's Influence
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Actor Lee Ju-seung Donates 100 Million Won Prize Money, Citing Grandfather's Influence

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actor Lee Ju-seung donated 100 million won ($75,000) of his prize money from a directing competition.
  • He stated his grandfather's influence inspired his decision to donate.
  • The donation was revealed during an episode of the MBC variety show 'Home Alone' ('Na Hon San').

Actor Lee Ju-seung revealed on the MBC variety show 'Home Alone' ('Na Hon San') that he donated his entire 100 million won prize money from a directing competition. The actor, who recently won the competition, shared that his decision to give away the substantial sum was deeply influenced by his grandfather.

During the broadcast, Lee visited his grandmother's house with his mother. He explained that after his grandfather passed away, his grandmother experienced significant loneliness and sadness. This personal family experience, he indicated, played a crucial role in his motivation to make the generous donation. The act of giving back appears to be a way for Lee to honor his family's values and support others.

The episode focused on Lee's personal life and his reflections on family. His willingness to share such a personal aspect of his life, including the inspiration behind his charitable act, resonated with viewers. The donation underscores a commitment to philanthropy, stemming from a place of familial love and respect.

My grandmother became very lonely and cried a lot after my grandfather passed away, and she became very lonely.

โ€” Lee Ju-seungExplaining his motivation for donating his prize money during the broadcast of 'Home Alone'.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.