"The Real Reason I Got a Divorce Was..." Hwang Jung Eum Opens Up About Her Divorce

By  Lee Narin  | Feb 3, 2025

"The Real Reason I Got a Divorce Was..." Hwang Jung Eum Opens Up About Her Divorce
Actress Hwang Jung Eum shared new details about her divorce.

On January 31, SBS released a teaser for their upcoming show "Because I Am Single 2," featuring the show's host, Hwang Jung Eum. 

Hwang Jung Eum walked into the studio, sat down, and first checked her reflection in the mirror before starting to speak.

Afterward, she introduced herself to the viewers with a shy smile, saying, "Hi, everyone. I'm Hwang Jung Eum, the mom of Wang-sik and Kang-sik."
Hwang Jung EumHwang Jung Eum then opened up about her past, saying, "After I got married, I felt great energy. But over time, that energy started to feel heavy and negative. And that made things really tough for me." 

She explained, "Kids shouldn't have to feel that kind of energy, you know. They're so precious, and they don't deserve that. That's why I had no choice but to get a divorce." 

She laughed and added, "Honestly, from my perspective, life is great right now. I have my kids with me, my parents are doing well, and I'm single!" 
Hwang Jung EumIn another video showcasing her daily life as a single mom of two, Hwang Jung Eum was seen enjoying quality time with her sons and seemed genuinely happy.

She also appeared to be embracing life to the fullest—singing and dancing around whenever the mood struck.

About her single life, Hwang Jung Eum concluded, "I'm happy—really happy. Being single is a blessing. Single life is a blessing."
Hwang Jung EumHwang Jung Eum married former pro golfer and businessman Lee Young-don in 2016 and had two sons.

She filed for divorce in 2020 but later reconciled with him. However, they officially split last year.

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