[Official] When will Yoo Jae-suk return? ...'If there's a chance,' won't be seen today (22nd) [Star Issue]

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Red lights have been flashing for the health of 'National MC' Yoo Jae-suk (54), causing public uproar. This is because, for the first time in his 35-year career, he abruptly cancelled a recording on the day it was scheduled.

Yoo's agency Antenna issued an official statement on the 22nd: "Yoo Jae-suk experienced temporary high fever due to a cold and body aches, so we had no choice but to cancel the recording."

Earlier that day, Yoo Jae-suk was scheduled to film SBS variety show 'If There's a Chance,' at an unspecified location in Seoul, but decided to cancel the recording due to high fever.

Regarding Yoo Jae-suk's current condition, it was reported that he is "focusing on recovery." As for future schedules, it was announced that "he has sought understanding from relevant parties and is coordinating a rescheduling plan."

Yoo Jae-suk, known for his thorough self-management, has drawn a flood of concerned voices from the public upon hearing this news. In fact, cancelling a recording on the day of the event is unprecedented since Yoo debuted in the entertainment industry through the 1st KBS University Gag Contest in 1991. Even when he tested positive for COVID-19 in 2021 and had to pre-coordinate scheduled broadcasts such as tvN's 'You Quiz on the Block,' there was never a single instance of an abrupt cancellation on the day itself. As a result, Yoo Jae-suk's remarkable self-management is being re-examined, once again proving the unique dignity of the 'National MC.'

Yoo Jae-suk's diligent conduct has also brought renewed attention to his unique philosophy. In the past, he stated, "If something happens to someone because of me, or if it becomes a burden, I decide quickly. If I can handle it myself, I prefer to take my time." This revealed a sense of responsibility fitting for 'Yoo-nessim' (a combination of Yoo Jae-suk + God).

Netizens have sent supportive comments such as: "Health is the most important. We hope you recover soon," "There's a flu outbreak, so please take good care of yourself and recover," "Don't overdo it; rest at your own pace," "Please let us see you healthy for a long time without getting sick," "If it were someone else, they would have just called to say they were sick, but you even came to the filming set," and "How diligently must he have managed his schedule for cancelling just one recording to become news? Truly amazing after 35 years."

Meanwhile, the episode of 'If There's a Chance,' scheduled for broadcast on the 22nd will coincidentally be skipped. According to SBS's programming schedule, 'Nagoya 2026 Special SBS 8 News' has been scheduled during the time slot for 'If There's a Chance.'

As a result, episode 59 is set to air on the 29th at 9 p.m. The episode will feature actors Byun Yo-han and Noh Jae-won as guests from the movie 'Tazza: The Hidden Card.'

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