Lee Soon-jae Denies Health Rumors, Says He’s Focused on Rehab
Aug 19, 2025
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On the 19th, an official from Lee Soon-jae said "There is no major health problem at all"As I have years of experience, I have lost muscle strength in my legs, so I'm a little uncomfortable with my movement," he said.
Then "I think the teacher politely refused the visit because he didn't want to show that kind of appearance. He explained that he is currently focusing on rehabilitation treatment.
At the press conference held earlier in the day at Yes24 Stage in Jongno-gu, Seoul, actor Park Geun-hyung said, `I tried to visit Mr. Lee Soon-jae several times, but I couldn't see him in person because I was reluctant to do so"I'm listening through others, but I don't think it's a good situation," he said, spreading health concerns.
Lee Soon-jae continued his active activities last year by appearing in dramas 'Geosori' and plays 'Waiting for Godot', but he dropped out of the work in October of the same year due to health problems.
He also missed the 37th Korea PD Awards in April, drawing concerns from fans.
At that time, the agency said "It is difficult to move due to weak muscle strength in the legs, but there is no major health problem" and "You didn't attend the event because you didn't want to be helped."
Meanwhile, Lee Soon-jae won the grand prize at the '2024 KBS Acting Awards' held in January. He said at the time, `This day comes after living for a long time. I've been indebted to you and helped you a lot throughout your life," he said, giving a big resonance.
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