1. Near-Death Experience: Illness and Health

In 2010, during the filming of Daemul, Kwon Sang Woo enjoyed many meals at Korean beef restaurants near the set. However, his habit of consuming large amounts of offal such as liver and tripe led to an unexpected result when he had a health checkup. The CT scan revealed that his lungs had turned white, a sign of roundworm infection.

Kwon Sang Woo admitted to being shocked and anxious upon receiving this diagnosis. Fortunately, after taking medication prescribed by his doctor and giving up his habit of eating offal, he gradually recovered. This experience helped Kwon Sang Woo recognize the importance of a healthy lifestyle.

2. Pride in His Marriage

Kwon Sang Woo married actress Son Tae Young in 2008, both at the peak of their careers. However, this decision sparked controversy in the public eye, causing him to lose a significant number of fans. Many viewers believed Son Tae Young had a scandalous private life and was not worthy of Kwon Sang Woo’s “prince charming” image.

Despite facing numerous difficulties, Kwon Sang Woo始终坚持自己的决定，表示不后悔。他分享道：“我结婚正是时候，并且正确地养育了孩子。这是我的人生最大乐趣。”目前，这对夫妇已育有两个孩子，一男一女，他们现在在美国过着幸福的生活。

Early Days of Affection

NSND Tự Long and NSND Xuân Bắc first met when they were co-hosts for the program Vọng Quán. From there, they became a dynamic duo on the Northern Vietnam comedy stage. Their names are synonymous with programs like Gặp nhau cuối tuần and Táo quân, where they brought laughter and emotion to audiences. Mutual respect and trust laid the foundation for their enduring relationship.

NSND Tự Long (second from the left) visits NSND Xuân Bắc’s hometown in Vinh Phuc (Photo: Provided by the subjects).

Long-Term Collaboration and Respect

NSND Tự Long attributes their 30-year partnership to mutual respect. “A stage can bring many artists together as a group, but eventually they separate. It’s difficult for artists to collaborate, yet I and Xuân Bắc have endured and tolerated each other for 30 years,” Tự Long shared.

The two artists are not just reliable partners on stage but also confidants in life. They share everything with each other, from work to family matters. This is evident in small gestures such as Xuân Bắc writing a poem to celebrate Tự Long’s birthday or Tự Long visiting and cheering up Xuân Bắc when he became the Director of the Military Puppet Theatre.

After 30 years, their friendship remains strong and admirable (Photo: Nguyễn Hà Nam).

Differences Yet Unity

Despite personal differences, mutual understanding and respect help them overcome any challenges. Tự Long admitted that he is often straightforward and carefree, while Xuân Bắc is reserved and meticulous. However, both understand and accept each other. Tự Long joked that he has to “tolerate Xuân Bắc like tolerating raw rice” due to his slow working habits. Yet, it is precisely this support and understanding that allows them to create outstanding artistic works.

A Friendship That Endures Time

NSND Tự Long and NSND Xuân Bắc are not just colleagues but also cherished friends. They stand by each other in every situation. When Tự Long was appointed Director of the Military Puppet Theatre, Xuân Bắc wrote heartfelt verses to congratulate him. Such actions demonstrate the deep and enduring nature of their friendship.