Park Seo-joon Quietly Funds Brain Tumor Surgery for Young Patient, Winning Hearts with His Compassion
Actor Park Seo-joon has once again shown why he’s beloved beyond the screen, as it was belatedly revealed that he quietly funded a young patient’s brain tumor surgery, touching countless hearts with his profound act of kindness.
Park Seo-joon Quietly Funds Brain Tumor Surgery for Young Patient
On April 29, Park Seo-joon took to social media to share a handwritten letter from the family of a young patient whose life was changed thanks to his generosity. The family recounted their heartbreaking journey, detailing how their child was diagnosed with a brain tumor in January 2024. Amid overwhelming emotional and financial struggles, Park’s support became the light at the end of the tunnel.
“At first, we thought our family alone was cursed and fell into deep despair,” the family wrote. “But after successfully completing the first transplant, hope has begun to return. We now believe that our child, who has already grown stronger, will endure the journey ahead.”
The letter also revealed that upon learning Park Seo-joon had sponsored the surgery, the child was filled with motivation and hope, even expressing dreams of becoming famous someday to personally thank the actor. “It was the first time in a long while that our family laughed,” the letter added, highlighting just how impactful his support was.
Park Seo-joon’s Response and Letter from the Hospital
In response, Park Seo-joon posted his own heartfelt message beneath the letter, “Once again, I’m reminded to live even more diligently. Let’s meet again after you make a healthy recovery.”
He also shared a letter from Seoul Samsung Hospital, confirming that his donation directly funded the surgery. Hospital staff wrote warmly, “You, the donor who gave someone the courage to stand up again and the hope to live on, are like spring itself to us.”
This quiet yet powerful act of compassion has only further solidified Park Seo-joon’s reputation as a celebrity known for his humility and generosity. His sincerity in helping others continues to inspire fans and netizens alike.
Meanwhile, Park Seo-joon is set to return to the small screen in the upcoming JTBC romantic comedy drama Waiting for Gyeong-Do (tentative title). He will portray Lee Gyeong-do, an entertainment journalist who reunites with Seo Ji-woo (played by Won Ji-an) under complicated circumstances, promising a bittersweet story about love, healing, and second chances.