SEOUL: South Korean singer and television personality Kim Jong-kook has wed his non-celebrity girlfriend in a private ceremony, according to Korean media reports.
The wedding, a low-key affair, was held on Friday in Seoul, with only close family and friends in attendance.
The beloved star and former frontman of the band Turbo, aged 49, announced his impending nuptials on Aug 18 through a heartfelt, handwritten letter to fans on his fan cafe.
“I’ve always prepared myself that one day I’d be able to write something like this and post it myself, but as I prepare to do it, I find myself nervous and trembling more than I ever imagined,” he wrote.
He ended his letter by asking for his fans’ support.
“Please congratulate me and support me. It’s a bit late, but how fortunate I am to be going on this path, right?”
Known for his witty persona on the hit variety show Running Man, it was revealed that Kim shared the good news with his co-stars just ten minutes before filming began for an episode broadcast on Aug 31.
His longtime friend and fellow cast member, Yoo Jae-suk, 53, reportedly served as the emcee at the wedding, telling him that despite a busy schedule, he “will make it work” for his friend.
The newlywed couple is believed to have moved into a new home in Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam, which Kim reportedly purchased for six billion won (RM18.2 million).
In addition to his new chapter in life, the singer is also preparing for a significant milestone in his career—a commemorative album and concert slated for October 2025 to celebrate his 30th debut anniversary.
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