Famous South Korean actress Hwang Jung Eum has once again made headlines, but this time for a more personal reason. On July 22, news broke that Hwang Jung Eum was now romantically involved with a well-known basketball player. This revelation has sparked significant interest among fans and the media, as Hwang Jung Eum’s love life has become a major topic of public interest.

In response to the media reports, Hwang Jung Eum’s agency Y1 Entertainment released a short statement. The agency acknowledged the new relationship, stating, “Hwang Jung Eum and the basketball star have recently developed mutual affection. They are still in the early stages of their relationship and are taking their time to get to know each other better,” according to Soompi. This cautious approach reflects the actor’s desire to keep his personal life private as he moves forward in this new chapter.

This new love follows a difficult period in Hwang Jung Eum’s personal life. The actress was previously married to businessman and former professional golfer Lee Young Don in 2016. The couple’s marriage has been marked by both joys and challenges, including the arrival of their two children. Despite their efforts to maintain their relationship, Hwang Jung Eum and Lee Young Don faced challenges that led to their first divorce filing in 2021. The couple briefly reconciled and attempted to resolve their issues through mediation. They even got back together later that year, hoping to salvage their marriage.

However, in early 2024, Hwang Jung Eum made the difficult decision to file for divorce for the second time. Her statement at the time showed a thorough and in-depth decision-making process, acknowledging that continuing the marriage had become unsustainable. She stated that she believed, “After much deliberation, Hwang Jung Eum has decided that continuing the marriage is no longer possible and is in the process of filing for divorce.”