Actor Jeong Ga-eun shared that she is working as a taxi driver for economic reasons.
A preview for next week was revealed at the end of MBN's 'Sokpuli Show Dongchimi', which aired on the 12th. The preview, themed 'What a hardship in the twilight years', included the candid stories of participants living a second life as actors, YouTubers, and economic experts.
In particular, Jeong Ga-eun revealed, 'I didn't have much income,' and 'I got another job as a taxi driver,' receiving applause from everyone. His candid revelation of a new challenge for survival elicited supportive voices.
Additionally, actor Song Kwang-ja shared her feelings about her role as the tall grandmother in the drama 'When Life Gives You Tangerines,' stating, 'I debuted as an actor at the age of 70,' which prompted Kim Young-ok to joke, 'That's why I didn't have any grandmother roles.'
Comedian Hwang Hyun-hee noted, 'Now is the time to focus on protective investments' as he provided advice as an economic expert, while YouTube stars Kim Dong-geum and Jo Jae-won showcased their unique cheerful chemistry while revealing conflicts over revenue issues.
Earlier, in 2018, Jeong Ga-eun divorced businessman A after two years of marriage. Since then, she has been raising her daughter alone. In 2023, she appeared on a YouTube show and expressed her economic situation, saying, "It's not easy. After the movie ended, I haven't had any work. When I see the money deposited by the company, I feel overwhelmed."
Recently, she shared that she obtained a taxi driver license, which led some to raise suspicions about her retirement from the entertainment industry and financial struggles.
However, regarding this, Jeong Ga-eun explained, 'I'm not completely quitting broadcasting and changing professions; it's because the job of an entertainer is unstable that I'm preparing for future plans and a second option. I'm not suffering from financial difficulties that seriously. I'm not as prosperous as before, but I'm making ends meet.'
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