The man who made millions laugh with his sharp wit and thrilled fans with his powerful voice has finally shared the news everyone has been waiting for. Yes, Kim Jong-kook is getting married!
On August 18, during the filming of the hit Korean variety show ‘Running Man’, Jong-kook casually announced that he would soon be tying the knot. For a moment, no one on set believed him.
Cast members thought it was part of a comedy skit or a hidden prank segment. But the singer wasn’t joking this time.
For years, Kim Jong-kook has been one of the most eligible bachelors in the Korean entertainment industry. Known as the “Sparta” of ‘Running Man’ for his strength and competitive spirit, and loved as a ballad singer with countless hits, he always kept his private life under wraps.
Fans often teased him about marriage on TV shows, but he never gave a serious answer. That’s why his sudden announcement hit like a thunderbolt.
Shortly after the broadcast, Kim Jong-kook posted a personal note on a fan forum. The message revealed just how emotional the moment was for him.
“I always knew one day I would have to write something like this,” he wrote. “I thought I was ready, but now that the time has come, I feel more nervous and anxious than ever. I’m getting married.”
He went on to admit that the step feels a little late in his life, but one he is truly looking forward to. Most importantly, he asked fans for their love and support as he begins this new journey.
But who is the lucky bride of Kim Jong-kook?
While Kim Jong-kook confirmed the wedding, he stopped short of revealing who his bride-to-be is. This small mystery has sent fans into a frenzy. Social media is buzzing with theories, and netizens are determined to put the puzzle pieces together.
Sports Chosun recently reported that the mystery woman could be a Korean American businesswoman from Los Angeles. Interestingly, rumors about Jong-kook dating an American woman have been swirling since 2018.
At the time, fans dismissed it as gossip, but the new marriage news has reignited the speculation.