80-year-old Kim Yong Gun shows heartwarming side while babysitting grandson
Veteran actor Kim Yong Gun charms fans with a candid glimpse into his life as a doting grandfather, shared by his daughter-in-law Hwang Bo Ra.
Actor Kim Yong Gun has revealed a heartwarming side of himself, showcasing the gentle charm of a doting grandfather during a simple day spent with his grandson.
On the 26th, Kim's daughter-in-law, actress Hwang Bo Ra, posted a short video to her SNS story captioned, "Time with Grandpa and U In-hui."
The video shows Kim, dressed casually in an undershirt, with his grandson lying on his lap as he points to drawings on a piece of paper and tells him stories. His affectionate demeanor, playing at his grandson's eye level, offered a surprising contrast to the charismatic image he typically portrays in his professional works.
Fans reacted warmly to the sight of Kim connecting with his grandson in such comfortable attire, commenting, "He is a total grandbaby fool," "It's wonderful to see him looking like a true grandfather," "This is the first time I've seen such a human side of him," and "The grandson must be so precious.'
Kim, who entered the entertainment industry in 1966 through a special MBC voice actor recruitment, has established himself as a legendary veteran actor in the Republic of Korea through numerous works, including the dramas 'Country Diaries' and 'The Moon of Seoul.' Throughout his nearly 60-year career, he has earned steady acclaim by portraying a vast array of characters.
Now 80 years old, Kim remains active in the industry and is widely recognized as the father of actor Ha Jung Woo. He previously earned the nickname "Man of Loyalty" when it was revealed that he spent seven years paying off hundreds of millions of won in debt left by his ex-wife following their divorce.
Hwang Bo Ra married Kim's second son, actor and film producer Cha Hyun-woo, in 2022. After a long struggle with infertility, she successfully underwent IVF treatment and gave birth to her son, U In-hui, in May 2024. She has recently received significant support from fans as she continues to share glimpses of her life as a mother.
