Comedian Jin-ho Lee is currently receiving treatment after collapsing from an acute brain hemorrhage — and reports say the person who saved his life at the critical moment was former Super Junior member Kangin.
According to MyDaily on the 14th, the incident occurred on the 1st. Lee suddenly collapsed at home and began losing consciousness. Kangin was the first to notice something was wrong. After calling Lee and sensing alarming signs during a tenuous connection, he realized the severity of the situation and immediately dialed 119 (Korea’s emergency number) to report it.
First responders rushed to the scene and transported Lee to a hospital in Seoul. Sources say Lee had suffered major injuries after falling while trying to step outside, and Kangin’s quick judgment helped secure the vital golden time — the critical window for life-saving treatment. Lee is currently in the ICU, and doctors are considering moving him to a general ward once his condition stabilizes.
However, his condition remains serious. Due to the acute brain hemorrhage, long-term treatment may be necessary, and recovery is expected to take considerable time. Financial strain is adding to the crisis. After halting activities over an illegal gambling scandal, Lee’s income stopped, and he reportedly fell behind on roughly 28 million won in National Health Insurance payments, meaning he must cover all medical costs out of pocket. His family is also reportedly struggling to cover hospital bills, drawing further concern.
The incident is spreading as an unexpected good deed. Although both men stepped back from the spotlight due to past controversies, their swift response at the brink of life and death is being revisited, prompting varied reactions. Some netizens are praising the act, saying, “Past wrongdoing is still wrong, but saving a life is undeniably the right thing.”
Kangin left the group after a series of scandals, including assault allegations, a hit-and-run, and skipping reserve forces training. Lee also halted activities over illegal gambling and a DUI. With both men back in the public eye due to this emergency, attention is now squarely on whether Lee can make a full recovery.