Actress Lee Si Young is officially ending her marriage after eight years.

On March 17, her agency, Ace Factory, confirmed the news, telling Star News, "They have agreed to divorce and are currently going through legal procedures."

Lee Si Young married businessman Jo Seung Hyun in September 2017, and they welcomed a son in January 2018. Jo Seung Hyun, known as the "Little Baek Jong Won," is a well-known entrepreneur in the restaurant industry.

Now, after nearly a decade together, the couple has decided to part ways.

With the news of their divorce, many fans are curious about their child’s custody arrangements.

Lee Si Young has often shared moments with her son on Instagram, showing how much she cherishes him. However, her agency stated, "Since this is a private matter, we cannot provide further details beyond confirming the divorce."

Meanwhile, Lee Si Young’s past comments about her husband's behavior after marriage have resurfaced, sparking discussions online.

Back in 2021, when she appeared on MBC’s variety show The Manager, she shared, "Before marriage, my husband would wake up early to run with me every morning. We used to go at 4 AM, and he always joined me."

She then added, "But after we got married, he never ran with me again. Instead, he just told me, 'I don't really understand you.' Now, he just tells me to have a good run and goes back to sleep."

Many netizens are now speculating if this was an early sign of their growing distance.

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Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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