Comedian Lee Bong-won spends $900 annually on private tutoring due to childhood regrets

South Korean comedian Lee Bong-won has revealed a significant personal expense: 1.2 million won (approximately $900 USD) annually dedicated solely to private tutoring fees. The 62-year-old entertainer shared this detail during the first broadcast of the MBN show 'Precious Family,' which documented his and his wife, TV personality Park Mi-sun's, daily lives.

Lee, who has been married to Park for 34 years, explained that his substantial investment in private education stems from his own childhood experiences. He expressed regret over not having had the opportunity for private tutoring himself when he was younger, implying a desire to provide his children with the educational advantages he missed.

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I spent 1.2 million won on private tutoring fees.

The segment featured Lee's life in Cheonan, where he was shown starting his day with a low-frequency foot massager before engaging in Chinese language studies. The show highlighted his multifaceted interests and dedication to continuous learning, even outside his primary career in comedy.

'Precious Family' aims to offer viewers an intimate look into the lives of celebrity couples, showcasing their routines, relationships, and personal pursuits. Lee Bong-won's candid admission about his tutoring expenses has sparked discussion about the high cost of education and parental investment in South Korea.

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I couldn't receive tutoring when I was young.