Actress Jeon Won-ju Prepares Will Amidst Concerns of Sons' Inheritance Dispute

Veteran actress Jeon Won-ju has expressed her anxieties about her two sons potentially fighting over her inheritance, leading her to consider writing a will.

On the KBS2 show 'Boss in the Mirror,' viewers saw Jeon Won-ju consulting with lawyer Kim Hee-joon regarding her estate. Known for her immense frugality, despite being a major investor ('Cheongdam-dong Big Hand'), Jeon Won-ju demonstrated her thrifty habits by arriving at their meeting via subway and ordering only two coffees for three people, opting to drink water herself.

Jeon Won-ju voiced concerns about the hefty inheritance tax, which can reach up to 50% for assets exceeding 3 billion won. She shared that she primarily saved through bank deposits and fixed accounts, enjoying the VIP treatment at banks. While prioritizing her health with regular exercise, she admitted to being extremely careful with her spending in other areas.

Adding a touch of personal drama, Jeon Won-ju recounted lending 50 million won to a younger man she met while hiking, a loan she has yet to recover. This story resonated with other guests who shared similar experiences of being defrauded.

During the legal consultation, the actress revealed her deepest worry: her sons clashing over her assets after her passing. Lawyers advised her to pre-arrange her will, explaining mechanisms like the family business inheritance tax deduction and the importance of clearly communicating her wishes to her children. Jeon Won-ju hesitated, finding the act of writing a will unsettling as it felt like predicting her own demise, but the legal experts reassured her that such planning could, in fact, lead to a longer life.

Although she tentatively drafted a will, Jeon Won-ju admitted to feeling emotionally conflicted. The discussion also touched upon legal safeguards like compulsory portion rights, ensuring a minimum share for heirs.

Jeon Won-ju, born in 1938, is an 86-year-old veteran actress.

She debuted as a KBS contract actress in 1963 and has had an active career, appearing in numerous dramas and films.

She is widely beloved by the public for her resilient character and witty remarks, often referred to as 'National Mom'.