It might be tough to imagine the Korean entertainment industry without its National MC Yoo Jae Suk, but the now superstar had a long period of struggling in his early years that compelled him to quit and forsake his dream.

On the latest episode of the variety show ‘Running Man’, Jae Suk reveals that he might have never returned to the entertainment industry if it weren’t for fellow comedians and seniors Kim Yong Man and Park Soo Hong.

When Jae Suk was working part-time at a pub after giving up on his dream to become a comedian, Kim Yong Man and Park Soo Hong went to look for him. They persuaded Jae Suk to continue pursuing his dream with them, as they recognized his potential.

Thanks to their encouragement, Jae Suk eventually made it to the top and remains consistent in his work ethics and achievements alike.

This episode aired on July 30.

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