Actor Shin Hyun-joon paid tribute to his late father and expressed gratitude to his two sons.
On the 24th, Shin shared a video on his social media account along with the message, "Thank you, Minjun and Yejun. Your grandfather is watching over Minjun." He added, "Father, I love you. I miss you. Thank you." He also wrote, "Persons of national merit are laid to rest here, and our future generations will remember the noble sacrifice of the heroes who defended the nation and carry on that spirit," and, "My country and my people are my love, my glory."
In the released video, his son Minjun is seen greeting his grandfather in front of the columbarium at the national cemetery with both hands raised. After staring at the urn for a long time, Minjun wiped at his eyes and appeared to hold back tears, deepening the emotional impact. Watching his grandson's heartfelt tribute, Shin sent the message, "Your grandfather is watching over Minjun," which moved many viewers.
Fans who saw the post left comments offering condolences and support, saying, "The child's heart is so beautiful," "This is deeply moving," "It is touching to see the wish to never forget the heroes who defended the nation," and "His father must have looked on with pride."
Shin Hyun-joon's father is known as a person of national merit who fought in the Korean War and received the Chungmu Order of Military Merit. Shin has often expressed his respect for his father on television and said he was proud of his life of service to the country. Even after that, he has continued to visit the national cemetery on Memorial Day in South Korea and other anniversaries to honor his father, reflecting on the meaning of patriotism and remembrance.
Jo Min-jeong
