Park Shin Hye has just won the Director’s Award at the 2024 SBS Drama Awards, marking a huge milestone in her career!

After 21 years in the industry, she received the prestigious award for her role as Judge Kang Bit Na in The Judge from Hell.

The event, held on December 21 at the SBS Prism Tower in Seoul, was an emotional one for Park Shin Hye, who reflected on her journey as an actress.

She expressed deep gratitude towards director Park Jin Pyo, thanking him for creating a positive environment on set.

“He helped me perform at my best, especially during tough times, and that really helped me bring Bit Na to life. I’m so thankful,” she shared.

The actress also took a moment to thank her co-star, Kim Jae Young, and mentioned her long-time support system. “I’ve always said that I’m happy being the man of Park Shin Hye, but thanks to him, Bit Na was able to shine even brighter," she said.

One of the most touching moments of her speech was when she recalled receiving the Best New Actress Award 21 years ago at the same ceremony.

“Now, after 21 years, I’m receiving such a big award in the same place. It’s all thanks to the viewers and fans who have supported me. You’ve accepted my growth with love, and I’m incredibly grateful”, she said.

Park Shin Hye didn’t forget to thank her agency’s CEO, who has been with her for two decades. “She supported me throughout my career and is like family to me,” Park Shin Hye expressed.

She also showed appreciation to her fans, especially for their unwavering support even after she got married and became a mom.

Ending her speech on an emotional note, Park Shin Hye shared how grateful she is to her husband, Choi Tae Joon, for his constant encouragement.

“It’s hard to find someone who truly fits with you in life. Choi Tae Joon is that person for me. Even when I’m not confident, he always tells me I’m doing well, and I’m so thankful for that,” she said, touching the hearts of fans everywhere.

Park Shin Hye’s heartfelt message left everyone in awe, and fans couldn’t be happier to see her receive such a well-deserved honor!

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Yoo Byung Jae has opened up about his relationship with his girlfriend, Lee Yoo Jung, and the reactions have been overwhelming!

On December 22, the popular web variety show DdeunDdeun aired a special video from the "2nd Pinggyego Award".

A star-studded event with celebrities like Cha Seung Won, Park Shin Hye, Lee Dong Wook, and many more. But all eyes were on Yoo Byung Jae as he talked about his girlfriend.

During the show, Yoo Byung Jae casually mentioned his romance, saying, "Many people around me were surprised, but I’ve received a lot of support, and we’re loving each other beautifully."

His relationship was one of the hot topics during the ceremony, with fellow stars asking him lots of questions about his girlfriend.

Ji Seok Jin asked if Lee Yoo Jung was okay with their relationship going public. Yoo Byung Jae shared, "I asked for her consent several times, and she gave me a clear answer, so we decided to go public." He confirmed that they were both happy with their decision.

When asked why Lee Yoo Jung is dating him, Yoo Byung Jae seemed a bit caught off guard. Hong Jin Kyung jokingly asked, "Why is your girlfriend dating someone like you?"

Yoo Byung Jae answered honestly, saying, "She said she likes my atmosphere, how I treat her, and my consideration. I always sleep later than her and wake up earlier," showing off his hardworking side.

As for nicknames, they haven't come up with one yet! Yoo Byung Jae said, "We just call each other by our names."

When the topic of marriage came up, Yoo Byung Jae shyly replied to Jo Hye Ryeon’s question about singing "Anakanna" at his wedding, saying, "If I do get married, I’ll ask you then." So, no wedding plans for now, but their love seems strong!

For those who don’t know, Yoo Byung Jae’s girlfriend, Lee Yoo Jung, is a beauty instructor and DJ. Born in 1997, she's 9 years younger than Yoo Byung Jae, who was born in 1988.

She gained attention for her appearance on Love Catcher in Bali, and many have noticed she resembles stars like Han So Hee and Song Hye Kyo. With over 115,000 followers, she’s definitely catching eyes!

Yoo Byung Jae's relationship is sparking a lot of curiosity, but for now, they're focused on enjoying their time together—no wedding bells just yet!

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