Yoon Kyung-ho's tearful acceptance speech for Best Supporting Actor and a lengthy statement of gratitude... 'Missed the award' — sincere words directed at Park Ji-hoon [Star Issue]

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Actor Yoon Kyung-ho expressed his heartfelt appreciation for co-star Park Ji-hoon, with whom he shared the screen, while delivering a statement of gratitude on Woo Jo-yeon-sang (수상).

On the 1st, Yoon posted a lengthy message of 2,098 characters via his SNS, stating, "Yesterday at the Blue Dragon Series Awards, I received the Best Supporting Actor award for 'The Cook, the Legend.' I sincerely thank everyone who congratulated me."

He first mentioned fellow nominees Jin Seon-gyu, Jeong Moon-seong, Lee Gwang-soo, and Lee Sang-i. Yoon said, "It feels as though this honor, which would not be lacking for anyone, has come to me, an unworthy person, and I feel deeply ashamed. It was truly an honor to be nominated alongside them."

He continued, "Perhaps because the award came as such a surprise, I seem to have stumbled on stage, shedding tears until I left," adding that he had not yet been able to express all his gratitude.

Yoon said, "I am so grateful to the viewers who cherished and loved 'The Cook, the Legend,'" and added, "Thanks to your great love, our drama was able to win three awards: Best Drama, Best Original Soundtrack, and another honor."

He also noted, "From the scorching heat of July through autumn and winter until March, during this seven-month journey, this achievement brings great joy and fulfillment to all the staff and actors who worked hard alongside me."

In particular, Yoon left a message full of affection for Park Ji-hoon, who played Kang Sung-jae in the drama. He said, "My beloved actor Park Ji-hoon. The fact that 'The Cook, the Legend' could celebrate winning three awards under such love and attention is entirely thanks to your portrayal of Kang Sung-jae." He added, "I am truly grateful, you worked so hard, and you were truly amazing."

He continued, "It was a joy to act alongside you while looking into your eyes," and encouraged him by saying, "Although it is regrettable that I did not win the Best Acting Award, in the hearts of our entire team, you were the best. You are the Best Trainee."

He also expressed affection for Lee Hong-nae, who was nominated for the New Actor award: "Our veteran soldier, the troublesome Yoon Dong-hyun. My dear Hong-nae," saying, "Although we did not win the New Actor award, let us cherish the joy of being nominated. It was a happiness to be able to film with you."

Yoon expressed gratitude by individually mentioning names such as writer Choi Ryong and director Jo Nam-hyung, along with other staff members. He also greeted senior actors who anchored the production, including An Gil-kang, Jung Woong-in, Jeong Jae-seong, Choi Deok-mun, and Park Myeong-hoon, as well as fellow actors who played soldiers in Gangnim Socho, saying, "Everyone worked very hard."

He did not forget to thank the production company and crew. Yoon recalled, "During the summer of 2024 when we filmed 'Severe Trauma Center,' I am grateful to the production team who first proposed making an interesting work," marking the beginning of the project.

He added, "I realized that creating a single work requires the dedication of many people. It was a joy to be able to join them as one person within that dedication," and said, "Let us meet again and create wonderful works together."

Finally, Yoon pledged, "Carrying yesterday's grateful heart with me, I will return to my place," and promised, "Just as 'The Cook, the Legend' once served warm meals to someone, I will strive to share more delicious stories with the viewers who loved it."

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