Goo Hye-sun Stopped Eating After 'Pig' Online Comments, Reveals Weight Change

South Korean actress Goo Hye-sun has revealed the severe impact of malicious online comments on her well-being, stating that she stopped eating after being called "a pig." The disclosure came during her appearance on the MBN television program 'Kim Ju-ha's Day & Night'.

Goo Hye-sun, who initially gained fame as an "ulzzang" – a popular online term for attractive individuals – recalled her debut, which followed a newspaper article about her online popularity. She mentioned that the article detailed the formation of a significant fan base, numbering in the tens of thousands, which ultimately led to her entertainment career.

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I stopped eating because of the malicious comments calling me 'a pig.'

However, the interview highlighted the stark contrast between her public image and the personal struggles she has faced, particularly concerning online criticism. The specific comment about her weight appears to have deeply affected her, leading to a drastic measure of refusing food.

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I was featured on the front page of a newspaper. It was about the formation of a fandom. There were tens of thousands of people. That's how I debuted.