Singer Sean expressed heartfelt gratitude to those who have supported him.
On the 6th, a video titled "Thank you for everything" was uploaded on the 'With Sean' channel.
Sean, who appeared calm in front of the camera, said, "Hello, this is Sean. I turned on the camera because I have something important to say today. I really appreciate everything so far," bowing his head.
He then continued in a dramatically changed bright atmosphere and delivered a twist. He noted, "I have been doing 'With Sean' for 6 years. It's already been 6 years since the 815 Run started. I'm a bit scared because the weather is so hot. How do I run 81.5 kilometers? Many people are really worried. Looking at the YouTube comments, I saw things like, 'Just run 8.15 kilometers now,' and 'Why bother to suffer?' Despite many people worrying like that, I am really preparing hard every day," he said. Through subtitles, he added, "Don't be surprised; the reason he looks haggard is that he has lost weight preparing for the 815 Run."
He continued, "The reason I started doing this is that I run with the heart of sending a letter of gratitude to the independence fighters who dedicated everything for the current Republic of Korea. Therefore, I will do my best this year to run 81.5 kilometers. What I'm really grateful for is that when I first started in 2020, there were 3,000 815 runners and about 30 corporations joining. But this year, we've already closed recruitment with 19,450 people. So many people have joined, and there are already over 100 corporations that have donated 8.15 million won. That's more than six times. Since it's been six years, it's six times, will it be seven times next year? Ten times in ten years? 30,000 people?"
Sean explained, "The first year, with the funds raised after completing the run, we built the first house for Ms. Kim Geum-soon in Hwasun, Jeollanam-do. As soon as she saw me, she held my hand and teared up, saying she never imagined she would ever live in a house like this. Her grandfather was an independence fighter. So, I promised her while holding her hand that I would build up to 100 houses. I impulsively felt very touched. Seeing her happy. Since then, I have been running 81.5 kilometers every year on Liberation Day, building houses for the descendants of independence fighters with many people."
He also said, "Already 19 houses have been built. In five years, only 81 houses are left until we reach 100. We're almost there. The descendants of independence activists are happily living there. Our hearts are being well communicated. The donations this year amount to about 2 billion won. So, we can build anywhere from 10 to 15 houses. The 20th and 21st houses are being built with the funds raised until last year, so if we include this year, we will build about 37 houses. Therefore, on Liberation Day, I will also go out and run 81.5 kilometers at 5 a.m."
Sean said, "But why does Liberation Day come so quickly? It feels like I just ran 81.5 kilometers a while ago, and now there are only 11 days left. My heart rate went up to 220 then. So, I couldn't breathe and had to keep pouring water over my head to cool down in order to catch my breath again. But after running all 81.5 kilometers, I'll take a short break and then run back to perform for all of you. Doesn't that sound crazy? Those present there will uniquely see a singer running 81.5 kilometers and performing. And that's not the end. After the performance, I will also run another 8.15 kilometers with all of you. The day doesn't end there. Even if you are not at the scene, I believe many people nationwide will run 8.15 kilometers with a grateful heart. And I am determined to make the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day meaningful this year by doing my best."
He said, "The reason I turned on the camera today is to express my gratitude to all those who support me and are with me..." trailing off. The production team remarked, "We thought he was crying." Sean then said, "I'm so grateful" and pretended to cry, bringing laughter. He said, "Thanks to everyone's immense support, I am preparing well, and I wanted to promise you that I will successfully complete the 81.5 kilometers this year. Once again, I would like to say that I am truly, truly thankful. I hope for your continued support. It's going to be alright, Korea!"
[Photo] With Sean
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