Park Ji-sun remembered by KBS classmates on sixth anniversary of her passing
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[DiaryPoint = Reporter Park Bo-young] Fellow comedians from KBS’s 22nd open recruitment class visited the memorial site of the late Park Ji-sun to mark the sixth anniversary of her passing. On November 2, Yang Sang-kook posted a photo with classmates to his Instagram Story and shared a message for Park.

“It’s already been five years,” Yang wrote. “I got to see Jisun and my classmates, and we cried and laughed. It’s all thanks to you.” He added, “Everyone in our class is doing well, so please keep cheering us on.” The photo included Yang, Jo Yun-ho, Kim Ji-ho, Song Jung-geun, Jang Hyo-in and Heo Mi-young, among other KBS 22nd-class colleagues.

Park debuted in 2007 through KBS’s 22nd open recruitment for comedians and appeared on shows including Gag Concert and Explosion of Laughter 2. She became known to viewers for her warm wit and distinctive performances in numerous sketches, including “Three People, Three Colors” on Gag Concert. She also received an award in the comedy category at the KBS Entertainment Awards.

The classmates’ tribute showed them gathering on the anniversary to remember Park. Photos of their visit to the memorial site and Yang’s message were shared for her sixth anniversary this year, bringing back memories of the laughter she brought and the bonds she formed with her colleagues.