What did Lee Soon-jae say in his final award speech? Dog Knows Everything star's career highlights and recognitions explored as he dies at 91

South Korean actor Lee Soon-jae died on November 25 at the age of 91. He was said to be South Korea's oldest working actor, according to Chosun. The actor last appeared at the KBS Drama Awards last year to receive the Grand Prize. During his speech, he said:

"Living long, I’ve reached this day. KBS’s broadcasting history began on December 31, 1961. I made my debut in I Will Become Human. Though in a minor role, I worked under senior actors. I prepared, believing an opportunity would come. Today, I’ve received this beautiful, precious award."

Lee added that the award isn't just his. Everyone, including Sophie and the dogs, gave their best, and the recognition reflects all their efforts.

Ending his speech, Lee Soon-jae added:

"I must thank my students. Thanks to the university president’s consideration, I’ve worked as a distinguished professor at Gachon University for 13 years. I told students, ‘I’m truly sorry. I lack qualifications as a professor,’ but they replied, ‘Don’t worry, just do well in your dramas.’ Tears came to my eyes. I believe today’s result came from trusting those students and doing my best. Thank you. To viewers who stayed up late and those watching at home, I’ve relied on and received help from you all my life. Thank you."

According to the Maeil Business Newspaper, Lee Soon-Jae's family shared:

"He continued his daily life as usual but passed away due to the worsening of a chronic illness. Funeral arrangements are currently being discussed."

Lee Soon-jae's career highlights explored

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Veteran actor and former lawmaker Lee Soon-jae died early Tuesday, his family said. He was 91.

Lee Soon-jae began his acting career with the 1961 drama Should I Become a Human Too. Over the years, the actor appeared in many famous TV series, some of which include Dance of Breaking Sky, I Only Know Love, Yeah, That's How It Is, and Money Flower. His most recent drama was Dog Knows Everything, released last year, in which he appeared in the main role.

Additionally, he also appeared in a guest role in a movie titled About Family, released last year. Due to his popularity, Lee Soon-jae was also famous on TV shows. He was a regular member of Grandpar and New Family Relations Certificate Godfather and appeared on many other TV shows as a guest, including The K-Star Next Door Season 2 and 2 Days & 1 Night Season 4, according to MyDramaList.

Lee Soon-jae reportedly won a Baeksang Arts Award in 1966 for Best Theater Actor. Due to his talent in acting, he later reportedly won the best actor in the international film category at the China Golden Rooster and Hundred Flowers Film Festival, adding to his recognition.

While Lee has won a number of awards in his lifetime, which showed how brilliant he was, his latest honor came this year at the Korea PD Awards, where he won the Performer Award - Actor.

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