Happy Father's Day: From BIGBANG's Taeyang to EXO's Chen — Active K-pop idols balancing the stage and fatherhood
Balancing demanding schedules, worldwide fame, and parenting responsibilities, these artists prove that it's possible to succeed both on stage and at home. Their dual roles offer fans a deeper, more personal connection, revealing a heartfelt side of the stars they've admired for years.
Taeyang (BIGBANG)
The second-generation idol is well-known for his powerful voice and stage presence, but he is also a devoted family man. He married actress Min Hyo-rin in 2018 and welcomed their first child, a son, in December 2021. Fans have consistently praised Taeyang for skillfully balancing his music career and fatherhood.
Tablo (Epik High)
The creator of the indie music label Highgrnd, which housed the bands Hyukoh and The Black Skirts, is the Korean-Canadian rapper and group leader Epik High is Tablo. On October 26, 2009, he married the Korean actress Kang Hye-jung and and May 2, 2010, their daughter, Haru, was born.
Chen (EXO)
Be the Next: 9 Dreamers 긴 여정이 끝났습니다! 💛🩷 데뷔의 기회를 얻은 연습생분들 너무 축하드려요🎉 앞으로도 파이팅!! #첸 #CHEN pic.twitter.com/OqvhZAcJZY
In 2020, Chen shocked everyone by announcing that he was married to a non-celebrity and that their first child had been born. The couple's second kid was born in early 2022, making Chen a joyful father of two. Although he did faced initial backlash, many later applauded him for accepting responsibility and supporting his family.
Bobby (iKON)
Bobby made waves in August 2021 when he revealed that he was getting married and would soon have a child. He and his fiancée welcomed a boy later that year. Many people respected him because of his open letter to fans, which demonstrated his honesty and sense of duty.
Changmin (TVXQ)
#최강창민의프리허그프블리는 밍스트와 프리허그 맘 속에 영원히❤그동안 사랑해주셔서 감사합니다!덕분에 따뜻했습니다 🫶그리고 밍스트 사랑합니다 ! #프리허그 #NOW온에어 pic.twitter.com/RPEf4z98dH
Known for his peaceful and serene manner, the superstar has accepted fatherhood while pursuing his career as a performer and artist. After Changmin married his non-celebrity fiancée in 2020, the couple delivered their first child in October 2022.
Chansung (2PM)
In 2021, Chansung made a public announcement about his impending marriage and the news that his fiancée was expecting their first kid. After becoming a parent, he has been content with his new family life and continued performing and musical endeavors.
Sungmin (Super Junior)
While little is known about his child, Sungmin is a dad. He has been married to actress Kim Sa-eun since 2014, and while he has kept his personal life pretty secret, admirers occasionally express their appreciation for his family-oriented lifestyle.
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