On June 13, Sooyoung attended the 12th Harmony Marathon with the Visually Impaired held at Pyeonghwa Square in Seoul's Mapo District. The actress appeared in high spirits, greeting attendees with a warm smile and wave as she prepared to participate in the marathon. Sporting a neatly tied ponytail and athletic attire, Sooyoung showcased her positive energy throughout the event.

One of the most heartwarming moments of the event was Sooyoung’s appearance alongside her father, who serves as the chairman of the Campaign Headquarters for the Prevention of Blindness. The father-daughter duo stood side by side at the charity event, drawing attention for their long-standing commitment to supporting visually impaired individuals. Sooyoung was also seen waiting for the marathon alongside Sean, who participated as a fellow ambassador and supporter of the event.

Sooyoung has previously spoken about her father’s battle with Retinitis Pigmentosa, a hereditary eye disease that can lead to severe vision loss. She revealed that he has been fighting the condition for more than 15 years. She has consistently supported her father’s efforts and has served as a public relations ambassador for blindness prevention campaigns for many years. Through her involvement, she has helped raise awareness about visual impairments and hereditary retinal diseases.

In 2023, Sooyoung further demonstrated her commitment by donating 300 million won (approximately $220,000 at the time) to fund research into treatments for blindness-related diseases and inherited retinal disorders.

During the event, Sooyoung was scheduled to run the marathon course alongside other participants. The charity marathon aims to promote awareness and inclusion for visually impaired individuals, with all proceeds from the event being used to support welfare programs and services for people with visual disabilities.

Sooyoung’s appearance comes just days after news of her breakup with Jung Kyung-ho became public. On June 9, Sooyoung’s agency confirmed that the couple had recently ended their relationship. The pair began dating in 2012 and publicly acknowledged their romance in 2014. Over the years, they became one of the Korean entertainment industry’s most beloved long-term celebrity couples. After approximately 14 years together, news of their separation attracted significant public attention from fans and media alike.

Despite the recent personal development, Sooyoung appeared composed and cheerful at the charity event, focusing on a cause that has long been close to her heart.

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