On May 8 KST, actor Kim Seon Ho celebrated his birthday in a special way by once again showing his generosity towards young individuals striving for independence.

The Korean Red Cross revealed that Kim Seon Ho had donated 100 million won to support youth transitioning into self-reliance, continuing his philanthropic tradition from the previous year.

Building upon his charitable efforts from last year, Kim Seon Ho decided to allocate the proceeds from his 2023 Asia Tour fan meeting through a fan club vote to aid young people preparing for independence.

The Korean Red Cross utilized the 100 million won donated last year to assist 146 individuals with various needs, including daily necessities, educational resources, medical expenses, and improvements to their living environments.

Additionally, a mental well-being initiative called Healing Camp was implemented to ensure their emotional stability.

Expressing gratitude to his fan club for enabling the donation, Kim Seon Ho stressed the importance of community support in making meaningful contributions.

He encouraged young individuals embarking on their journey towards independence, expressing hope that his contribution would serve as practical assistance during their transition.

President Kim Cheol Soo of the Korean Red Cross echoed Kim Seon Ho's sentiments, affirming their dedication to empowering young individuals to confidently navigate society independently.

Kim Seon Ho's continued philanthropy on his birthday reflects his ongoing commitment to supporting charitable causes.

In previous years, he has also provided assistance to cover treatment costs for children battling leukemia.

The term 'youth preparing for self-reliance' refers to young individuals transitioning into independence as they age out of foster care or protective environments.

Coinciding with Kim Seon Ho's birthday, May 8 is also recognized as World Red Cross Day, commemorating the birthday of Jean-Henri Dunant, the founder of the International Red Cross Movement.

The Korean Red Cross emphasized the global humanitarian spirit upheld by Red Cross societies worldwide.

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BTS member Jimin made history at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS, becoming the first solo artist ever to win the prestigious Visa Fan’s Choice of the Year award.

On November 22, Jimin was honored with the Fan’s Choice of the Year award at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS JAPAN, held at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. This marks a huge milestone in his career, especially considering his ongoing military service.

Jimin made history as the first solo artist to win the Fan’s Choice of the Year award, a category that BTS had dominated for six years since its debut in 2018.

In addition to this achievement, Jimin also took home the Fan’s Choice Grand Prize, making him a two-time winner at this year’s awards.

Although Jimin couldn't attend the ceremony due to his military service, his name was met with loud cheers from fans when announced.

His incredible win continues to prove his global influence as a solo artist. Jimin had also won Best Male Artist at the 2023 MAMA AWARDS, marking back-to-back wins at the event.

The MAMA AWARDS praised Jimin for his groundbreaking achievements, saying, “As the first K-pop solo artist to reach 4 billion streams and set the longest-running #1 record for a Korean artist, Jimin has proven his influence as a world-class artist and global pop star.”

Jimin's win also made him the first solo artist to claim a grand prize at the MAMA AWARDS in 10 years, with his achievement sparking excitement worldwide.

On X (formerly Twitter), the hashtag “CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN” topped the trends, while “우리지민이상받았네” (Our Jimin Got the Award) reached the #1 spot in Korea.

Jimin’s ongoing success continues to shine even during his military service. He was also recently named Best K-pop at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards and continues to be recognized for his charitable efforts, including a recent donation of 100 million KRW to the National Defense Soldier and Veteran Love Fund.

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