The Korean entertainment industry was shaken today by a piece of information circulating online: Lee Soon Jae – affectionately known as the “national grandfather” – is said to have “passed away” at the age of 91. And although this is just a fictional story, it still makes fans’ hearts ache when his imaginary last words are revealed.

According to “close sources” in this fictional story, Lee Soon Jae spent his last moments in absolute peace, surrounded by his family and a few of his closest colleagues – those who have accompanied him throughout his journey of more than six decades on screen.

What makes the fictional public even more heartbreaking are the last words he is said to have said, gentle but full of weight:

“If I have one more day, I still want to stand in front of the camera.”

That sentence immediately went viral, causing thousands of comments to flood social networks. Fans shared his memorable moments in the legendary series, from his humorous grandfather role to the deep, thoughtful characters that only Lee Soon Jae could portray.

His “colleagues” in this fictional story also left touching tributes. One junior actor reportedly burst into tears as he said:

“He was not just a monument. He was a living school for all of us.”

Although the entire information only exists in the form of completely fabricated simulated news, it still reflects the deep affection that the public has for Lee Soon Jae – a rare symbol of perseverance, dedication and passion for art.

If there is anything that remains after this fictional story, it is the image of an artist who spent his whole life wishing to continue contributing – even if only for one more day.