Lee Ju-seung, who donated the entire 100 million won prize, and his 10-year-old compact car

Lee Ju-seung's Decision to Donate the Entire 100 Million Won Prize to Single-Parent Families

Actor Lee Ju-seung has donated a large sum of prize money to society. Lee Ju-seung, who emerged as the final winner of the short-drama director survival program 'Director's Arena' aired on ENA and Lifetime, decided to donate the entire 100 million won prize.

On the 5th, Lee Ju-seung announced the news of his donation through his social media account. The recipient is the Seoul Association of Single-Parent Family Welfare Facilities. This decision carries the teachings of his grandfather, who passed away this year. Lee explained the background of the donation, saying, "I followed the words of my respected grandfather, who passed away this year, to always do something good when something good happens." The photo released along with the donation certificate includes a portrait of his late grandfather, who passed away last February. It is as if the grandson is carrying on the will of the late Lee Jong-gyu, a Korean War veteran and former elementary school teacher.

The prize money will be used to support single-parent families. He has given the 100 million won prize to the underprivileged without keeping a single penny for himself.

A Black Compact Car Managed for Over 10 Years and a Minimalist Life

Along with the news of the donation, Lee Ju-seung's humble daily life was also revealed. His agency, Big Boss Entertainment, posted card news content on its official SNS on the 6th with the caption, "How much do you know about survival winner Lee Ju-seung?" The post includes his living space in Seongsu-dong, his car, family relationships, and more.

The most eye-catching part is his car. Instead of a flashy foreign car, Lee Ju-seung drives a black compact car that is over 10 years old. Despite being a vehicle he has shared for many years, thanks to meticulous maintenance, the car in the photo remains as shiny as a new one. This reveals his consumption habits that prioritize practicality.

His home also resembles his personality. His residence in Seongsu-dong has a cozy atmosphere suitable for living alone, showing a typical example of minimalism with only necessary items. The clean bedroom and organized space support his life philosophy of focusing on substance.

Affectionate Daily Life with His Mother and Family Love

Lee Ju-seung's human side is evident in his attitude toward his family. He has previously conveyed a sense of friendliness to viewers by showing an extraordinary "mother-son chemistry" through broadcasts. The photos released by his agency show him spending time with his mother.

He has shown himself to be an affectionate son, taking his mother on filial piety trips or enjoying outings in Seoul. The agency described Lee Ju-seung as "an actor who is warmer and more human the more you get to know him." This family love aligns with his recent decision to donate, honoring his grandfather's wishes.

"A Truly Cool Person": Public Support

As the news of his donation and his frugal lifestyle were revealed simultaneously, posts highly praising his character continued to appear on online communities and SNS. Fans reacted by saying, "He donates greatly but lives frugally himself," "He is a truly cool person," and "A great example of positive influence."

Regarding the fact that he carried on the will of his grandfather, who was a war veteran, some responded, "He is a filial grandson following his grandfather's wishes." Regarding his simple lifestyle, many expressed high expectations for his future activities, saying, "Ju-seung's era is finally coming," and "A humble and talented actor."