In the latest episode of "Dr. Oh's Golden Clinic," Ku Hye Sun talked about her experiences with stage fright, legendary memes, and the profound grief of losing her beloved pets.

The episode, filled with laughter and tears, provided an intimate look into the multifaceted life of the actress and director.

During the show, host Jung Hyung Don brought up Ku Hye Sun's fame for several legendary memes, specifically mentioning her iconic "crying selfie," in which she explained:

"I had severe stage fright when I was a singer trainee."

She revealed that her transition to acting was a strategic move to build confidence. She took the infamous photo as part of an acting journal during her time in acting school.

The show's crew joined in the fun, sharing their own legendary memes and turning the studio into a hub of laughter.

However, the mood shifted as Ku Hye Sun opened up about a more somber topic - the loss of her pets.

She recounted her memories with her cherished dog, Gamja, expressing deep sorrow.

"People have funerals, but you can't do that when a dog dies."

She revealed her struggle to accept the reality of her pets' deaths.

Over four years, she lost six dogs, and her academic commitments kept her from fully grieving these losses.

Dr. Oh Eun Young explained the concept of "pet loss syndrome," noting that the emotional impact can be akin to losing a family member.

She highlighted the "DABDA reaction" - denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance - emphasizing that Ku Hye Sun seemed stuck in the final stage of acceptance.

"People usually take about two months to grieve and return to daily life."

Dr. Oh expressed his concern that Ku Hye Sun had not accepted her pets' deaths even after two years.

The actress-directo admitted her reluctance to discuss her pets, fearing overwhelming sadness.

Dr. Oh advised that sharing grief with others is crucial for healing and suggested that Ku Hye Sun's struggles with pet loss might be linked to her human relationships.

To explore this, they watched an interview where Ku Hye Sun confessed to having no friends to share her sorrow with, preferring one-on-one interactions and avoiding group settings.

Dr. Oh delved deeper into Ku Hye Sun's interpersonal dynamics, seeking underlying reasons for her difficulty in accepting her pets' deaths.

This heartfelt conversation shed light on Ku Hye Sun's personal journey, highlighting the importance of addressing grief and fostering connections for emotional well-being.

Meanwhile, Ku Hye Sun's complete interview with Dr. Oh will come out on May 30 at 8:10 PM KST on Channel A.

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Written by Joan Cabigas