Actor Park Shin-yang reveals 20-year battle with thyroid disease
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Actor and painter Park Shin-yang revealed he has been battling a thyroid condition for over 20 years.
- He shared his experiences on the MBC TV program 'A Song That Endured Today - Playlist 109'.
- Park Shin-yang stated that his condition made even short conversations difficult at times, but he is now recovering and managing his health.
South Korean actor and painter Park Shin-yang has disclosed that he has been living with a thyroid condition for more than two decades. He shared details of his long-term health struggle on the upcoming MBC TV music entertainment program, 'A Song That Endured Today - Playlist 109,' set to premiere on July 21.
The program focuses on songs and stories that provided strength during life's challenges, aiming to compile a list of 109 such tracks. Hosted by Lee Seok-hoon, Lee Joon, and DinDin, the show will feature Park Shin-yang recounting his personal experiences.
Even having short conversations was difficult.
Park revealed that he has suffered from both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism for over 20 years. He described how, during the peak of his symptoms, even engaging in brief conversations was a significant challenge. He also shared that he endured difficult physical conditions while filming, continuing his acting work despite his health issues.
While Park Shin-yang's health has significantly improved, he continues to manage his condition diligently. During the program, he is expected to introduce songs that offered him comfort during his illness and perform a "sustaining song" that has supported him throughout his life with the hosts.
I endured my physical condition on the filming set and acted.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.