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Actors Jin Tae-hyun, Park Si-eun Donate $15,000 on Daughter's 4th Anniversary
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Actors Jin Tae-hyun, Park Si-eun Donate $15,000 on Daughter's 4th Anniversary

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actors Jin Tae-hyun and Park Si-eun donated 20 million won on the fourth anniversary of their daughter's passing.
  • The couple chose to make the donation ahead of Liberation Day.
  • Jin Tae-hyun expressed gratitude for the memories and time passed since their daughter's death.

South Korean actors Jin Tae-hyun and Park Si-eun have made a significant donation of 20 million won (approximately $15,000 USD) on the fourth anniversary of their daughter Tae-eun's death. The couple chose to honor their daughter's memory by giving back to the community, with the donation made shortly before Korea's Liberation Day.

Jin Tae-hyun shared a heartfelt message reflecting on the passage of time since his daughter's passing. "It's already been four years since our Tae-eun went to heaven. Time flies so fast," he wrote. "I am happy and grateful that we can remember and cherish her." He added that they have been living diligently and earning a living, implying a desire to share their fortune.

It's already been four years since our Tae-eun went to heaven. Time flies so fast. I am happy and grateful that we can remember and cherish her.

โ€” Jin Tae-hyunActor Jin Tae-hyun's message reflecting on the anniversary of his daughter's death and announcing the donation.

The couple's decision to donate reflects a profound way of coping with grief and celebrating their daughter's life. Their act of generosity, particularly around a national holiday, highlights a spirit of giving and remembrance.

We have been living diligently and earning a living, and now...

โ€” Jin Tae-hyunJin Tae-hyun's statement about their life and intention to share their fortune.
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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.