Kim Jong-Kook Wedding: Who Is the Mystery Woman Running Man Star Is Marrying?

Kim Jong-Kook has finally announced his wedding, and the news has left fans with mixed emotions. Many were quick to send their congratulations, while others felt heartbroken, as the star has long been considered one of the most eligible bachelors in South Korea’s entertainment world.

The singer-actor revealed the big news on August 18 through a handwritten letter, marking his 30th debut anniversary. However, he did not share any details about his future wife, sparking curiosity and endless speculation among fans.

Who Is Kim Jong-Kook’s Bride-to-Be?

According to Korean media reports, the woman is a non-celebrity and her identity had been carefully kept secret by Kim’s agency. But on August 19, new reports surfaced suggesting that she might be a 38-year-old Korean-American woman from Los Angeles, who also happens to be the CEO of a cosmetics company.

This theory gained attention after fans connected it to a 2020 post by a netizen. The post claimed that Kim was spotted in Los Angeles with a “beautiful Korean-American woman” who gave off girlfriend vibes. The person wrote, “I asked him for an autograph because it was surprising to see a Korean celebrity abroad. He came out holding coffee with a woman who looked stunning and seemed very close to him. She must have been his girlfriend, right?”

A Private Wedding Ceremony

Kim’s wedding is expected to be a private ceremony, attended only by family members and close friends.

Kim Jong-Kook’s Career Journey

Kim Jong-Kook first debuted in 1995 as part of the popular duo Turbo. He later launched his solo career in 2001 and became a household name in South Korea. Apart from music, the now 49-year-old star has been a key cast member of the hit variety show Running Man. He also won the Grand Prize (Daesang) at the 2020 SBS Entertainment Awards and has acted in dramas such as The Producers.