Actor Lee Dong-gun is causing fans' concern after announcing he was diagnosed with a rare disease that has a 1% incidence rate.
In the episode of SBS variety show My Little Old Boy that aired on the 21st, Lee Dong-gun was shown visiting a hospital. He complained of eye problems, saying, "The symptoms occur about five times a month." On screen, Lee Dong-gun's eyes were bloodshot and turned bright red, startling viewers.
While continuing his consultation with a specialist, he said, "It hurts like being stabbed with an awl even when I just breathe," conveying extreme pain, and the specialist diagnosed it as "a rare disease that affects only 1% of our population," delivering a shock. The sudden news raised concern among not only the studio cast but also viewers.
Lee Dong-gun has maintained ongoing visits with his daughter Ro-ah since his divorce from actress Jo Yoon-hee in 2020. He has also recently pursued a cafe business as a new venture, and drew attention for dating actress Kang Hae-rim, who is 16 years his junior. At the time, both sides did not deny the dating reports, prompting reactions that it was effectively "an open relationship."
After news of the rare disease diagnosis spread, fans have been sending messages of concern and support online, such as "I hope you recover quickly" and "I support you to get through this difficult time." Attention is focused on what kind of recovery process Lee Dong-gun will show amid this sudden health crisis.
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