Comedian Jeong Cheol-gyu, known for his 'Blanca' character, revealed why he vanished at the height of his career. He appeared on MBN's 'Teukjong Sae Sang' on April 23.
Jeong debuted as a KBS 19th open recruitment comedian. His 'Blanca' character won him a rookie award immediately, skyrocketing him to fame.
But the sudden stardom brought severe depression. He said he stopped appearing on shows and retreated from public life entirely.
Now, he ends each day by writing a diary. The comedian shared his struggle and how he coped with the pressure of instant fame.
Jeong's story highlights the mental health toll of sudden celebrity in Korea's entertainment industry.
According to Chosun, the full interview aired on MBN's 'Teukjong Sae Sang'.