‘Grandpa’ Kang Chul-won Accompanies Fubao To China Despite His Mother’s Passing Recently

Fubao’s “grandpa” Kang Chul-won appeared on the broadcast of SBS’s “Fubao and Grandpa 2”, which aired on April 2nd. He looked back on the precious four-year journey with Fubao and expressed his feelings about saying goodbye to Fubao. 

Noticing the vacancy left by Fubao, Kang Chul-won decided to help Fubao adapt to the new environment. He said, “I’m worried about how I will return to Korea after taking Fubao to the new place. I don’t want to leave it alone, so I need time to organize my thoughts and calm my mind”. In addition, he shared, “In my heart, Fubao will always be a baby panda. I don’t want to think of this as a goodbye. The lovely appearance of Fubao will remain in our hearts”.

The letter of zookeeper Kang was also revealed. He read out loud the letter, saying “The day has come. It’s the day I don’t want it to come. I think when difficult times occur at the same time, this is the preparation period for happier days ahead”, adding “I’m worried about having to return alone. I cry easily but I pretend to be tough and strong. Sometimes tears just fall out, but I’ll try not to cry too much”.

He tearfully confessed, “You may blame grandpa for leaving you but I believe you’ll adapt to the new environment well. You’ll be loved and happy”, adding “I’ll definitely visit you soon. We’ll meet again. Grandpa is happy to have you. I’ll remember you. Goodbye, Fubao. I love you”.

Meanwhile, it was reported that the mother of Everland zookeeper Kang Chul-won recently passed away on the 2nd. Despite that, Kang Chul-won decided to accompany Fubao to China on the 3rd as scheduled, making people feel sorry for him.