Sunwoo Yong-nyeo shares life wisdom at age 81 on Radio Star

Actress Sunwoo Yong-nyeo shared her calm attitude toward life and her healthy daily routine.

During the September 23, 2026, broadcast of the Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation entertainment program 'Radio Star,' Sunwoo, born in 1945, appeared to engage in a conversation filled with life experience. Despite being 81 years old, Sunwoo appeared remarkably energetic. Born in the liberation year of 1945, she appeared as a special guest to coincide with the Chuseok holiday period.

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Sunwoo revealed her honest feelings regarding the values she has gained throughout her life. During the conversation, she remarked, "Having lived through it, there is nothing special about it. There are no great people, and there are no insignificant people," adding, "If you live without worrying about what others think and without causing harm to others, you are number one." She continued, "Just live. There is nothing to think about too seriously," emphasizing the importance of calmly accepting life rather than being overly preoccupied with it. She also offered comfort to the cast members, noting that while they always seemed to be angry when she met them 20 to 30 years ago, their smiling expressions have improved greatly now.

Health without implants and popularity in Taiwan

A discussion regarding health management revealed Sunwoo's thorough self-care. Stating that she undergoes no laser treatments at all, she revealed she does not even know types of lasers like Ultherapy or Thermage, explaining that aside from a slight eyebrow tattoo, she has not received any procedures. She also expressed confidence in her dental health. When the cast members asked if she had implants, Sunwoo replied, "All my teeth are mine," noting she only has two implants.

Additionally, she shared news of her book selling well in Taiwan recently and relayed the local reaction. Sunwoo shared an anecdote where she felt her popularity in the Taiwanese market after being called 'Sulppong Sabbok.' She added a humorous episode regarding a situation where she had to deliver lines in Taiwanese, noting how she was flustered because the lines were so fast, creating a lighthearted atmosphere.