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Lee Jun Young: Heroic Actor Rejects Model Citizen Award

5/3/2025

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In 2021, actor Lee Jun Young became a hero when he bravely chased down a drunk driver, earning admiration as a "model citizen." Humble and selfless, he turned down the police's "Model Citizen Award," believing his actions should speak for themselves. Lee also shared his instinctive reaction to a hit-and-run, showcasing his unwavering commitment to justice.

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In 2021, actor Lee Jun Young became a hero when he bravely chased down a drunk driver, earning admiration as a "model citizen." Humble and selfless, he turned down the police's "Model Citizen Award," believing his actions should speak for themselves. Lee also shared his instinctive reaction to a hit-and-run, showcasing his unwavering commitment to justice.