Singer Tae Jin-ah headed to New York, USA, with his last hope to capture the lost memories of his wife, Lee Ok-hyung, who is battling severe dementia.
On the 9th, TV Chosun's 'The Love Fool of Joseon' will reveal the heartbreaking story of Tae Jin-ah, who received a diagnosis that his wife's condition has rapidly deteriorated. The attending physician provided a shocking opinion about Lee Ok-hyung's current state, stating, "She is at a severe dementia stage, and meaningful communication is virtually impossible."
The medical staff suggested 'reminiscence therapy' to Tae Jin-ah. This method stimulates the brain function by visually and auditorily engaging places filled with happy memories from the past. In response, Tae Jin-ah boarded a flight to New York without hesitation to capture videos that would revive his wife's faded memories.
Upon arriving in New York, Tae Jin-ah continuously spoke to his wife via video call, saying, "Honey, this is the apartment where we lived." In particular, when he visited the place where he used to sell goods on the street to make a living, he wept, saying, "You were by my side during the hardest times," bringing tears to the eyes of those watching.
He earnestly prayed, "Please let Ok-hyung recover from dementia," revealing his noble love for his wife. Tae Jin-ah's tearful struggle, having stayed by his wife's side for seven years, resonates deeply with many.
