Lee Hye-young cradles baby Se-a after lung cancer 'graduation'

Actress and painter Lee Hye-young has welcomed a new family member after a long battle with lung cancer.

"I've become a great-aunt" Lee Hye-young shares affectionate daily life with grandniece Se-a

On the 7th, Lee Hye-young posted several photos on her SNS holding her grandniece Se-a in her arms. Along with the photos, she expressed her affection for her grandniece, writing, "That I've become a great-aunt... I love you, Se-a." In the released photos, Lee Hye-young shows her affectionate side, looking at the newborn Se-a with loving eyes or lying down beside the baby to read a picture book.

Joyful news following 'graduation' diagnosis with no lung cancer metastasis

This news feels even more special as it coincides with the health update Lee Hye-young shared recently. On the 30th of last month, after completing her 5th follow-up examination, she announced that the cancer was no longer metastasizing. Through her YouTube channel, she explained her condition, saying, "It is not a complete cure yet. It means it has not metastasized. I have graduated from lung cancer." For her, who was diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer in 2021 and underwent surgery to remove part of her lung, this test result signifies that she has passed a major crisis.

Lee Hye-young has been sharing updates on her recovery, revealing that she has been dealing with lymph issues around her eyes and swelling due to aftereffects and complications following the surgery. Because she has communicated with fans by honestly sharing the pain of her battle, this 'lung cancer graduation' declaration and the birth of a new family member have become even more meaningful moments for her.

Fans send congratulations on SNS

Congratulations from fans followed under the photos posted by Lee Hye-young. Fans sent messages of support regarding Lee Hye-young's appearance as a great-aunt and her sensible styling.

Lee Hye-young is currently communicating with the public by continuously sharing her health status through her YouTube channel. Her smile as she looks at the baby is so full of vitality that it makes one forget the pain of her recent battle.