South Korean stars Lee Min-ho and Ahn Hyo-seop in Singapore
South Korean stars Lee Min-ho and Ahn Hyo-seop in Singapore
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Straits Times
22 minutes ago
- Straits Times
K-actor Jung Woo-sung reportedly registered marriage with non-celeb girlfriend
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox According to South Korean media reports, the 52-year-old recently filed for marriage registration with his long-time girlfriend. SEOUL – South Korean actor Jung Woo-sung has reportedly tied the knot. According to South Korean media reports, the 52-year-old recently filed for marriage registration with his long-time girlfriend. Her identity remains undisclosed, though reports suggest she is not a public figure. Jung's agency, Artist Company, declined to comment. 'We cannot provide an official statement as this is a personal matter,' it said. 'We request that you refrain from excessive interest and speculation regarding the actor's personal life.' News of Jung's marriage comes months after the star made headlines in November 2024 for acknowledging he had fathered a child with South Korean model Moon Ga-bi, 35. The confirmation came two days after Moon announced the birth of her son via social media on Nov 22. At the time, Jung vowed to 'fulfill his responsibilities' as a father, but did not indicate any plans to marry her. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore 'She had a whole life ahead of her': Boyfriend mourns Yishun fatal crash victim World Israel to decide next steps in Gaza after ceasefire talks collapse Singapore Singapore-made bot matchmakes strangers virtually – without profile photos Life Urinary issues: Enlarged prostate affects half of men in their 50s and up Singapore Jail for man over scheme to buy phones worth more than $45k with stolen credit card details Singapore Conditional warning for ex-manager at Mendaki accused of trying to obtain laptop as bribe On Nov 29, Jung addressed the public during an appearance at the prestigious Blue Dragon Film Awards. He was nominated for Best Actor for his performance in the hit political thriller 12.12: The Day (2023). 'I stand here today hoping that my personal matters do not overshadow the efforts of everyone who worked on this film,' he said onstage. 'I sincerely apologise for the concern and disappointment I've caused to those who have supported me. I will accept all criticism and continue to fulfil my responsibilities as a father.' Jung is one of South Korea's most acclaimed actors, known for box-office and critical hits such as A Moment To Remember (2004), Cold Eyes (2013) and Hunt (2022). He is slated to return to the small screen later in 2025 in the Disney+ series Made In Korea. It stars South Korean actor Hyun Bin as Baek Gi-tae, an ambitious figure chasing wealth and power in 1970s South Korea, while Jung portrays Jang Geon-young, a prosecutor determined to bring him down. THE KOREA HERALD/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
AsiaOne
a day ago
- AsiaOne
K-drama regular Song Young-kyu found dead following drink-driving incident, Entertainment News
South Korean actor Song Young-kyu has died at 55 years old. He was found inside a parked vehicle in Cheoin District, Yongin, Gyeonggi Province in South Korea around 8am (7am Singapore time) today (Aug 4). According to media reports, a woman discovered his body and notified the police, who are currently investigating the death. There are reportedly no signs of foul play. Young-kyu was arrested in June for drink-driving. Police had said his blood alcohol concentration was at a level that would result in licence revocation (above 0.08 per cent). The case was sent to the prosecutors and awaiting indictment. When the news went public in July, he was dropped from the play Shakespeare in Love as well as upcoming dramas The Defects and The Winning Try. An alleged close friend of Young-kyu told Osen he had been stressed over personal matters outside of the drink-driving incident, adding he had probably turned to alcohol to 'forget the pain'. According to the friend, who met him last year, he had been living apart from his wife and two daughters. Young-kyu is a familiar face in K-dramas — he has appeared as supporting and guest roles for over 50 shows, with notable ones being 2022's Big Bet and Narcos Saints. [[nid:720948]] syarifahsn@
International Business Times
a day ago
- International Business Times
How Did Song Young Kyu Die? The Winning Try Actor Unexpectedly Passes Away at 52
Song Young Kyu, a South Korean actor who appeared in several K-dramas, including the ongoing SBS drama "The Winning Try," unexpectedly passed away on Monday, August 4, at the age of 52. The Defects actor was found dead inside a car at around 8:00 am KST, according to the officials. The vehicle was parked in a residential complex in Yongin of Gyeonggi province, where an acquaintance discovered the deceased, the Yongin Dongbu Police Station in Gyeonggi province confirmed. The person immediately reported it to authorities, who confirmed that there is no sign of foul play. The police stated that no note was found at the scene, and an investigation is going on to find out the exact cause of his death. The officials will question his family members to investigate the recent events and will consider the need to conduct an autopsy. Young Kyu's funeral service will take place in Room 1 of the Davos Hospital funeral home in Cheoin District, Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, on Wednesday, August 6, at 8:00 am KST. His mortal remains will reportedly rest at the Hambeoksan Memorial Park. The actor was survived by his wife and two daughters. Tributes Pour In After news of Young Kyu's unexpected passing broke, his fans began pouring in tributes to their favorite South Korean actor online. The messages ranged from "Rest in peace Song Young Kyu" to "This is really sad". Here are a few of them: Omg! Rip to this king. He will forever be missed. Actor Song Young Kyu who was part of the cast of "Hwarang" is no more. This is a sad news. He had a small character in tale of the nine tailed too. This is so sad. You will be missed. R.I.P. One more actor killed by the fingers of netizens hiding behind their phones and computers, acting as if their lives are purer and cleaner. I feel like the industry and journalist should really think about the type of pressure to add on to a person by "idolising" him / her. Also people who maliciously comment and condemn others should reflect on how even your one comment can affect the person. Gosh.. I really like him whenever he's in his villain roles. You'll be missed greatly. when you talk about OG Kdrama villains..... and that deep voice!!! Man RIP and prayers for his family friends and fellow fans. I cannot count all the drama I've watched with him in it. A total character actor to the core. You will be missed. Rest in peace. May he find peace in the embrace of our Creator. I couldn't believe it when I first saw the news. My condolences to the family. Another artist under so much pressure from the never ending cyber bullying & media scrutiny that has resulted in suicide . I despair of these cruel people that think it's their right to judge so righteously over everything an artist does. Rest in peace. but this is pressure from South Korea news media outlets and netizens who live malicious comments. Young Kyu was part of several movies, like Extreme Job, The Desperate Chase, and Land of Happiness. He also appeared in multiple K-dramas, including Love Scout, The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection, and Hwarang. In June, the South Korean actor was caught driving under the influence for nearly five kilometres in Giheung District of Yongin, Gyeonggi Province. The news about this incident came to light a month later, resulting in public outrage. As a result, he stepped down from his role in the play "Shakespeare In Love". Meanwhile, the production team of The Winning Try and The Defects announced their decisions to edit out his scenes as much as possible from the ongoing dramas.
