Singer Sean marked the morning of Korea’s Liberation Day by running an impressive 81.5 kilometers through the sweltering August heat. On August 15, Sean completed the distance at the ‘2025 815 Run,’ commemorating the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day, finishing in 7 hours, 50 minutes, and 22 seconds.

Held at Seoul World Cup Park, the charity marathon brought together 4,000 offline participants, undeterred by the summer heat, and featured a special live performance. The ‘815 Run’ was co-hosted by Korea Habitat and Sean himself, operating under the uplifting slogan, “It will all be well, Korea!” This year set a new record, with 19,450 participants signing up; all spots were filled within just 24 days.

Funds raised during the marathon were generated through registration fees and the sponsorship of 110 companies. The donations collected are being given in full to Korea Habitat, and will be used for housing improvement projects for families descended from Korea's independence activists.

Sean commented, “Beginning Liberation Day morning with an 81.5-kilometer run is my way of expressing gratitude to the independence patriots and their descendants,” adding, “I also thank all the runners who shared in this spirit.”

Since 2020, Sean has hosted the ‘815 Run’ every Liberation Day, and since 2021, he has organized the ‘3.1 Run’ each Independence Movement Day. Through these campaigns, new homes have been provided for 19 families of independence activists’ descendants, with three more currently under construction.

Beyond this, Sean continuously expands his positive influence through diverse charitable efforts: donating proceeds from pictorials, supporting children domestically and abroad, founding a children’s rehabilitation hospital, volunteering to deliver coal briquettes, and leading efforts to build the Lou Gehrig Nursing Hospital. His cumulative donations amount to approximately 6.5 billion won.

Note “This article was translated from the original Korean version using AI assistance, and subsequently edited by a native-speaking journalist.”

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