69 Year Veteran Actor Lee Soon-jae Discusses Actors’ Memorization Skills and Retirement + Acclaim from Top Actors

The 60th Baeksang Arts Awards took place at COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the afternoon of May 7th, with comedian Shin Dong-yup, actress Suzy, and actor Park Bo-gum as hosts.

Lee Soon-jae, who has been an actor since 1956 and has 69 years of experience, was asked about his ability to memorize lines. He emphasized the importance of memorization in an actor’s career and stated that being able to deliver lines flawlessly is crucial for a successful performance. According to Lee, an actor must be able to memorize their script perfectly, and if they cannot, they should consider retiring. For him, this is a fundamental principle in the art of acting.

When questioned about his future in acting, he responded, “Acting is essential. I will continue to do it even when I am plagued with body aches. That is the essence of being an actor. However, acting is not a simple task. There are certain things that I have yet to accomplish. That’s why I am always thinking, working, and studying. An actor must constantly push themselves to take on new roles and challenges. By studying and agonizing over new roles, an actor can create something new. Many actors who underestimate the difficulty of acting or those who are content with their current skills have disappeared from the industry. It is crucial to continuously challenge oneself with new projects. Only those who have worked diligently remain. This shows

After being asked what type of actor he aspires to be, he responded, “I hope to be remembered as an actor who gave his all.”The audience at the ceremony rose to their feet in a standing ovation, and it was evident that Yoo Yeon-seok was moved to tears.

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