In a heartfelt revelation, actor Jang Geun-Suk shared for the first time he had quietly fought thyroid cancer, keeping his diagnosis a secret also from his family. The emotional confession arrives in the transmission of 16 July of the MBC variety talk show “Radio Star”, where Jang appears next to FT Island’s Lee Hong-Ki, TXT’s Soobin and the entertainer Kim Shin-Young.
Jang Geun-Suk, returning to the Korean variety after a long pause, expressed excitement to be in “Star Radio”, a program that had long hoped to join. Hence, he amazed the spectators by revealing the emotional weight of his cancer diagnosis.
“I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer and I waited 10 months for surgery”, He said, adding, “I couldn’t even tell my family.” He explained that the long period of silence and uncertainty was one of the most difficult moments of his life, before adding that surviving the disease rekindled his passion for performance and made him want to face even more people.
After his recovery, Jang Geun-Suk resumed the activities in Japan, where he remains one of the most recognizable Hallyu stars. He spoke of Busking, Edm shows and going from various musical genres.
Surprisingly, Jang has noticed that his fan base now extends up to 70 years, joking, “Many of my fans are passionate like the gangnam mothers of the elite school districts.”
He also introduced his analysis of the “Hallyu Star Gerarchy” in Japan, appointing Bae Yong-Joon, Park Bo-Gum and Chae Jong-Hyeop like other beloved Korean actors, reflecting on his position in the wave.
Meanwhile, Jang Geun-Suk, who is known for his bold fashion choices, has turned to the hum of the media beyond his airport clothes, affirming with confidence, “I have never rely on the sponsorship. My style is Minei creates myself.” The segment also aroused laughter while recalled some of his most iconic fashion moments.
The candid story, fashion and reflections of Jang Geun-Suk on Fandom will air on MBC’s “Radio Star” at 22:30 KST on July 16.
