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Lee Ui-jung recalls 15 years of battling brain tumor, gets emotional: 'If I had given up hope, I wouldn't have met you n
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Lee Ui-jung recalls 15 years of battling brain tumor, gets emotional: 'If I had given up hope, I wouldn't have met you now'

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Actress Lee Ui-jung became emotional while discussing her 15-year struggle with a brain tumor during a reunion with former co-stars.
  • The reunion was for the show 'Three Men, Three Women,' marking their first gathering in 30 years.
  • She expressed gratitude, stating that giving up hope would have prevented her from being there today.

Actress Lee Ui-jung became visibly emotional as she recounted her 15-year battle with a brain tumor, sharing her experience with former colleagues from the popular sitcom 'Three Men, Three Women.' The cast had gathered for a special reunion, marking their first time together in three decades.

During a segment on the YouTube channel 'Lee Sun-jung's Seonjeonghagi,' Lee Ui-jung reflected on the immense challenges she faced during her long fight with the illness. Her voice trembled as she spoke, emphasizing the profound impact that maintaining hope had on her life and recovery.

"If I had given up hope, I wouldn't have met you now," Lee Ui-jung stated, her words conveying a deep sense of gratitude for her current well-being and the enduring friendships forged during their time on the show. The reunion offered a poignant moment for the cast to reconnect and for Lee Ui-jung to share a significant part of her personal journey.

If I had given up hope, I wouldn't have met you now

— Lee Ui-jungReflecting on her battle with a brain tumor and the importance of hope.
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