Lee Young-ae Apologizes to Lee Byung-hun Over First Part-Time Job Memory: "His Friend Was Better Looking"

Actress Lee Young-ae reminisced about her early days in the entertainment industry, even apologizing to fellow actor Lee Byung-hun during a recent appearance on the YouTube channel ‘Zzanhanhyung Shin Dong-yup’.

Appearing as a guest alongside actors Kim Young-kwang and Park Yong-woo from the upcoming KBS 2TV drama ‘A Good Day to Be Born’, Lee Young-ae shared the story behind her acting debut. She revealed that her first-ever part-time job in college was a catalog photoshoot where she encountered Lee Byung-hun.

During the anecdote, Lee Young-ae playfully confessed, "I'm so sorry, Byung-hun sshi, but the friend sitting next to you was even more handsome." She recalled that the other person present was actress Park Sun-young, adding another layer to her nostalgic story. She eventually transitioned into acting after being cast as a cosmetic model.

Meanwhile, Lee Young-ae is set to return to the small screen in the new KBS 2TV Saturday-Sunday drama ‘A Good Day to Be Born’, scheduled to premiere on September 20th. The series will see her play Kang Eun-soo, a mother determined to protect her family, alongside co-stars Kim Young-kwang and Park Yong-woo.

Lee Young-ae is a celebrated actress renowned for her roles in iconic dramas and films, earning her the nickname 'Korea's Queen'. Her impeccable acting skills and elegant presence have captivated audiences for decades. Beyond her acting career, she is also known for her philanthropic endeavors and has served as a cultural ambassador.