On June 15, actor Lee Jun Young uploaded a lengthy handwritten message to his social media accounts, revealing that he will begin his mandatory military service on July 21.
In the letter, Lee Jun Young explained that he had spent months thinking about how to break the news to fans. He wrote: “I’ve been wondering for months where to begin this story, and after a lot of thought, I decided to write this myself.” The actor also revealed that he had rewritten the letter multiple times before posting it. “I’m already writing this for the tenth time. Haha.”
Photos uploaded alongside the letter showed numerous discarded sheets of paper, highlighting the care and sincerity he put into crafting his message.
Lee Jun Young explained that he wanted fans to hear the news directly from him rather than through media reports. “I thought it would be better to tell you myself rather than have you hear the news through an article.” He then officially announced: “I never imagined I would be the one delivering this news, but yes, I will be enlisting on July 21.” The announcement surprised many fans, as the actor is currently enjoying significant popularity through his ongoing projects.
The star candidly shared how his feelings changed once he received his enlistment date. According to Lee Jun Young, he had initially viewed military service as something straightforward. “Before I knew the date, I thought, ‘It’s not a big deal. I’ll just go.'” However, after receiving his official enlistment notice, he found himself reflecting more deeply on the upcoming chapter of his life. “Once I got the date, I started thinking about many things for the first time in a while.” He also admitted that he spent considerable time thinking about how to inform his fans, expressing gratitude for their unwavering support.
Lee Jun Young reassured fans that he plans to fulfill his military duties while staying true to himself. “I’ll return healthy and as myself.” He also shared his hopes for fans during his absence. “Until the day I greet you again, I sincerely hope that all of you stay healthy and spend meaningful and happy times in your respective places.”
The actor concluded the letter by thanking fans for their continuous love and support. “Thank you for always cherishing and supporting me.” Adding a touch of humor, he signed off with: The playful farewell brought smiles to fans despite the emotional nature of the announcement.
Lee Jun Young has recently been receiving praise for his performance in the ongoing JTBC drama Reborn Rookie, where he continues to showcase his versatility as an actor. As he prepares for military service, fans are expected to continue supporting his current projects while looking forward to his return after completing his national duty.
Sources: Naver
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