Ahn Jae-hyun Reflects on Love 7 Years After Divorce with Goo Hye-sun: “I Felt Lonely”
It has been seven years since Ahn Jae-hyun and Goo Hye-sun’s highly publicized divorce, yet both continue to draw public attention — albeit in very different ways. Once admired as a fairy-tale couple, the duo met while filming KBS2’s Blood in 2016 and quickly tied the knot. Notably, instead of hosting a lavish wedding, they donated their ceremony budget to children with cancer, garnering national praise.
However, their marriage came to an abrupt and turbulent end in July 2019, marked by intense media scrutiny and mutual accusations. While Goo initially alleged infidelity, KakaoTalk messages and forensic evidence later cast doubt on her claims, shifting public sentiment toward Ahn. The storm of leaked statements and rumors eventually subsided, though the couple remained etched in public memory.
Recently, Ahn Jae-hyun reignited buzz with introspective remarks during a June 29 YouTube video titled “Chatting with a Couple That’s Been Dating for 13 Years.” Conversing with longtime friends, Ahn expressed admiration for their consistent communication, saying, “Even when you’re swamped with work, you still find time to check in with each other. It just looks so easy — like how pros make things look effortless.”
He further added, “Rather than the kind of love that bursts like fireworks, I prefer something stable and comfortable now.”
These reflections, coupled with his comment that “it’s important to meet a good person” who positively influences you, have stirred speculation that the remarks were subtly directed at his past relationship.
Ahn further opened up on July 4 during an appearance on KBS2’s Heart on Wheels, admitting to feelings of isolation, “All my friends are married with kids now… These days, I just feel really alone.” When host Boom suggested a blind date, Ahn, visibly uncomfortable, joked, “I don’t want any more pain.”
Meanwhile, Goo Hye-sun is charting a vibrant new chapter in her career. On July 2, she announced a new business partnership with a shampoo brand and days later, revealed her return to filmmaking with her upcoming project I Am Your Pet. The film marks her comeback as a director, building on a portfolio that includes Magic, Peach Tree, Daughter, and Dark Yellow.
While Ahn Jae-hyun navigates a path of quiet reflection, Goo Hye-sun forges ahead with bold new ventures — proof that both stars are moving forward on distinct yet compelling journeys after one of Korea’s most talked-about breakups.