Fan Generosity Marks 19th Debut Anniversary
Kim Soo Hyun’s global fanbase has once again demonstrated their incredible power and heartwarming dedication, turning a significant milestone into a beacon of hope for children in need. To celebrate their beloved actor’s 19th debut anniversary, the Actor Kim Soo Hyun Korean & Global Fan Union orchestrated a thoughtful donation project, ensuring vulnerable children in Korea receive much-needed support.
A Collaborative Effort for Good
On July 24, 2026, the renowned child welfare organization Green Umbrella announced the receipt of a substantial donation. This heartwarming initiative, named ‘BENCH X Actor Kim Soo Hyun Korean & Global Fan Union,’ saw the fan community collaborate with popular clothing brand BENCH to maximize their impact. Symbolically aligning with Kim Soo Hyun’s 19 years in the industry, the fans meticulously prepared 1,900 children’s T-shirts and 1,900 hats. This impressive total of 3,800 items, forming 1,900 complete sets, perfectly commemorated the special anniversary while providing practical warmth. The scale of the project truly showcases the fans’ commitment. Initially, the fan union prepared 1,000 sets. Deeply moved by the fans’ noble intentions, clothing brand BENCH stepped up, generously adding another 900 sets to complete the symbolic number of 1,900.
Hopes for Warmth and Growth
A representative from the BENCH X Actor Kim Soo Hyun Korean & Global Fan Union shared their sentiments, stating, ‘We found profound meaning in channeling our celebratory feelings for Kim Soo Hyun’s 19th debut anniversary into tangible help for children.’ They further expressed hopes that these donated items would ‘offer even a small support as children grow warmly and healthily,’ reflecting a genuine desire for positive impact. Green Umbrella warmly conveyed its gratitude, thanking the fans for ‘sharing warmth on a meaningful day tied to Kim Soo Hyun’s debut anniversary.’ The organization assured that the donated clothing would be distributed to vulnerable children across Korea, ensuring they have appropriate attire for all seasons.
