Entertainment Industry’s Hidden Bloodlines: Kang Dong-won and Gong Yoo’s Surprising Are In-Laws?
Behind the glitz and glamour of the Korean entertainment industry lie unexpected family connections that even fans might not know about. From A-list actors to rising idols, these hidden bloodlines prove that talent, and family bonds, run deep.
Kang Dong-won & Gong Yoo: They’re In-Laws!
Longtime friends Kang Dong-won and Gong Yoo share more than just a successful acting career, they’re actually family. Kang revealed in a past interview that their grandfathers were best friends, and their families later became in-laws through marriage. “While talking to my father, I found out that my grandfather’s closest friend was Gong Yoo’s grandfather. Their children married each other, making us in-laws.” This surprising connection became a hot topic.
Kang Dong-won also shared another family tie on “You Quiz on the Block.” He said, “My nephew is Choi Joon-young, a FC Seoul youth team player. He said he wants to become more famous than his uncle—though it won’t be easy,” making Yoo Jae-suk laugh. It seems talent runs in Kang Dong-won’s family.
Other Shocking Celebrity Family Connections
- Hong Seok-cheon & NCT’s Taeyong (8th Cousins): The TV personality confirmed their relation in 2018, proudly calling Taeyong “the most handsome member.” Hong later posted a surprise reunion photo with Taeyong on social media, writing, “We talked about family and the future. I’m so proud of him.”
- Park Won-sook & Park So-dam (6th Cousins): The veteran actress and Parasite star share a close bond, with Park So-dam crediting her for encouragement during tough times. “Whenever I failed auditions, Park Won-sook encouraged me,” Park So-dam shared.
- Ok Joo-hyun & Park Hyung-sik (6th Cousins): The musical diva and The Heirs actor discovered their family ties while working together. Their connection was discovered after they worked together in the musical “Elisabeth.” Ok Joo-hyun joked, “Within the family, we support each other—but if you don’t do well, we’ll scold you harshly,” showing their “Spartan bloodline.”
These surprising connections show that in the entertainment world, “blood is thicker than water,” and sometimes, fame runs in the family!