Lee Do-hyun & Lee Young-ji’s Approach to Avoiding “Celebrity Disease” Sparks Praise Online
Recently, a topic titled “Lee Do-hyun & Lee Young-ji who asked people around them to slap them if they see signs of celebrity disease” was published on the Korean forum theqoo, drawing attention with over 62,000 views and 260 comments as of the time of writing.
The topic features screenshots of actor Lee Do-hyun and rapper Lee Young-ji, both of whom previously shared on TV programs that they had asked people close to them to intervene if they ever began to act arrogantly due to their celebrity status. This commitment to staying grounded and self-aware has resonated deeply with fans and netizens alike.
Moreover, actor Lee Do-hyun once shared his perspective on fame and acting, emphasizing that his passion lies in the craft itself rather than the pursuit of celebrity status. He expressed a desire to be recognized for his acting abilities and to continue growing as an artist, rather than seeking the attention that often accompanies fame.
Lee Do-hyun and Lee Young-ji’s conscious effort to avoid “celebrity disease”—a term used to describe the negative behaviors and inflated egos some stars develop after gaining fame—has earned widespread praise. Their candid approach to maintaining humility has struck a chord with fans, especially in light of controversies surrounding other celebrities, such as Byun Woo-seok’s criticism over “excessive airport security.”
Below are some comments from netizens:
- Both of them are my favorite celebrities.. Since they are both good at their jobs, they will continue to do well and last a long time.
- But I think it’s really important to say this to friends. There needs to be people around you who can speak frankly and give you harsh advice. If everyone else is hesitant, you won’t be able to be objective.
- It’s an easy disease to catch no matter what people around you say
- Lee Joon-gi got famous and got the celebrity disease but his friends really taught him how to come to his senses
- People are saying Byun Woo-seok caught the celebrity disease, but judging from the airport footage, it’s incredibly dangerous without tight security…
- The mindset of both of them is good
As fans continue to react positively to Lee Do-hyun and Lee Young-ji’s refreshingly humble approach to stardom, their comments highlight the importance of self-awareness and the value of keeping a grounded perspective, even amid growing fame.
