Popular Actor Totally Gives Up On His Health, Triggers Massive Backlash

On October 26, a video clip of actor Lee Jang Woo went viral online as he shared his honest thoughts.

In the episode, he shared that he enjoyed his daily life of decorating his kitchen, cooking, and washing dishes.

Life is short. Why should I give up eating when I’m already eating well just to live a life of luxury? Because of these thoughts, I decided to let go and enjoy it.

— Lee Jang Woo

He also revealed that he let go of the burden of maintaining his appearance to find happiness.

If I’ve lived someone else’s life until now, I feel like I’m living my own life. I’m truly happy these days.

— Lee Jang Woo

Regarding Lee Jang Woo in his prime, actor Lee Joo Seung stated, “He couldn’t have been more handsome back then. If you are happy enough to give it up, then that’s the right thing to do.”

Lee Jang Woo also responded, “Lee Joo Seung is a good actor. We’re around the same age, but I was jealous. My skills are lacking compared to his. He feeds off the artist’s soul, but I live by eating.”

He also confessed that his fame in his twenties was not true happiness.

“I feel like I’ve been holding onto something in my life. I was good-looking and popular, but my happiness in my twenties wasn’t real. I’d feel empty in my eighties if I kept holding on to what wasn’t real. It would feel like I’ve lived someone else’s life before I died.

I often hear people say that I look happy these days. I’ve been getting a lot of hate and eating a lot.”

— Lee Jang Woo

However, netizens found his statement to be quite a disappointment.

• “How can you say you won’t care for yourself so carelessly? I now have no expectations for him as an actor.”
• “Is there anything more irresponsible than saying ‘it’s ok as long as I’m happy’?”
• “Wasn’t he pre-diabetic when he weighed 108 kg? You must care for yourself even if you live alone, but now he has a partner. I really hope he stays healthy, especially for his wife. Health and fat shouldn’t coexist. I want to see him for a long time, too.”
• “Then stop complaining that you aren’t getting cast by directors. People who take care of themselves should be acting. Hope you’re happy.”