Actor Jin Tae-hyun recovers from thyroid cancer surgery

Actor Jin Tae-hyun, 44, who recently underwent successful surgery for thyroid cancer, shares an update on his recovery while expressing affection for his wife, Park Shi-eun. Captured from Jin's social media

Actor Jin Tae-hyun, 44, has successfully undergone surgery for thyroid cancer and shared a message of gratitude, including praise for fellow actor Kim Woo-bin.

In a social media post Wednesday, Jin revealed that his surgery earlier that morning went well. “My wife held my hands and prayed for me in the early hours. The surgery is over, and the cancer cells are now gone.”

Reflecting on the past few months, Jin said living with the word “cancer,” regardless of its severity, taught him valuable lessons.

“It was a time of deep gratitude — a chance to reflect on how I should live moving forward,” he wrote. “To all patients fighting cancer across the country, I will continue to pray for you.”

Jin also expressed appreciation to the production team of JTBC’s “Divorce Camp Pilot,” TV personality Seo Jang-hoon, and actor Kim Woo-bin.

Kim, who previously battled nasopharyngeal cancer, reached out to Jin despite the two not having a personal relationship. “I’m truly thankful to Kim Woo-bin, who took the time to offer his support even though we had never spoken before,” Jin wrote. “I will carry his kindness with me and strive to become a senior who gives back in the entertainment industry.”

Jin first disclosed his diagnosis in May, explaining that the cancer was detected early and required surgery before spreading. His openness about the diagnosis prompted an outpouring of support from fans and fellow celebrities.

This article from the Hankook Ilbo, the sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI and edited by The Korea Times.