Ku Hye Sun Tearfully Opens Up on Heart-Wrenching Loss: 'I Couldn't Believe It'

In a candid interview on Channel A's "Dr. Oh's Golden Clinic," actress Ku Hye Sun bared her soul, sharing the intricate layers of her emotional struggles.

Aired on the 30th, the episode delved deep into Ku Hye Sun's journey, intertwining themes of pet loss, academic pressure, and the pursuit of personal goals.

During the broadcast, Ku Hye Sun reflected on her recent graduation, expressing her sentiments about her academic journey.

"I think the wind of studying came late. I'm afraid of late wind. I went to school for four full years and graduated this year. I devoted myself to my studies for four years."

She highlighted the challenges and triumphs she encountered along the way. Amid her academic pursuits, Ku Hye Sun revealed a poignant moment from her past, recounting the day her beloved retriever, Gamja, passed away.

"On the day of the exams, our retriever dog called Gamja went that morning."

Despite the profound grief, Ku Hye Sun felt compelled to suppress her emotions and continue with her academic responsibilities.

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"I had to come back, so I made a presentation and then came back and held the funeral."

She shed light on the emotional turmoil she endured while navigating her studies amidst personal loss.

"I felt so sad, but I couldn't believe it. I was supposed to be really sad, but I couldn't even cry."

The actress confessed to avoiding the reality of her loss, focusing instead on achieving her academic goals. She illustrated the complexities of grief and resilience.

"I had a goal of going to school, so I couldn't continue to be in sadness."

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The emotional resonance of Ku Hye Sun's confession was palpable as Dr. Oh, the show's host, shared his own experience of losing a pet.

Recalling the day his dog, Poppy, passed away, Dr. Oh expressed solidarity with Ku Hye Sun's journey, acknowledging the profound impact of pet loss on one's emotional well-being.