When a Legend Meets the President
So, get this! The other day, one of Korea’s most beloved veteran actors, Choi Soo-jong, had a meeting with the current President of South Korea, Lee Jae-myung. It was for a really nice event honoring people and groups who do a lot of charity work. Of course, it’s always cool to see big stars meeting national leaders, but that’s not what ended up grabbing everyone’s attention. The minute the photos dropped, the internet went into a frenzy over one mind-blowing fact.
The Big Reveal: Age is Just a Number
Alright, let’s spill the tea. Everyone knows President Lee Jae-myung was born in 1964. But what people were shocked to be reminded of is that Choi Soo-jong was born in 1962! That makes the actor a full two years *older* than the president. I know, right?! Take a look at the pictures. Choi Soo-jong has this incredibly youthful glow and barely any wrinkles, which makes the age difference totally unbelievable. It’s the perfect example of what we call “dongan” (동안) in Korean, which means having a baby face or looking younger than your age. And let me tell you, Choi Soo-jong is the undisputed king of “dongan.”
Korea’s Own Peter Pan
For those of you who might not know him, Choi Soo-jong is a huge deal here. He debuted way back in 1987 and is especially famous for starring in epic historical dramas, or “sageuk.” He’s played kings, generals, and legendary heroes, and has been a top star for decades. His ageless face has always been a topic of conversation in Korea. People joke that he must have found the fountain of youth because he honestly hasn’t seemed to age a day in the last 20 years. Seeing him next to the president just put his incredible youthfulness into perspective all over again.
So, What’s His Secret?
Honestly, we’re all wondering the same thing! While he credits a healthy lifestyle, Koreans are flooding online forums with theories ranging from amazing skincare to maybe some kind of magic, haha. Whatever his secret is, this little event was a fun reminder of how some of our favorite stars seem to be living in their own timeline. It’s official: Choi Soo-jong simply does not age!
