“It Wasn’t Just Infidelity” The Real Reason Hwang Jung-eum Decided on Divorce
Hwang Jung-eum will be featured as an MC on SBS Plus and E Channel’s co-produced variety show “Because I’m Solo”, reuniting with Shin Dong-yup. She will also unveil her solo life with her two sons. In the recently released first and second teasers, Hwang Jung-eum shared her thoughts on becoming the hostess of Solo House and joining the Solo Sisters. She gave audiences a glimpse of her “blessed” solo life, raising anticipation for the show.
In particular, the second teaser captured Hwang Jung-eum candidly revealing why she had no choice but to divorce for the sake of her two children, showcasing her sincerity towards “Because I’m Solo”. Though she is typically cheerful, she switches to “Mom Hwang Jung-eum” mode, displaying a more serious and devoted side as she attentively cares for her children. Introducing herself in the interview as “Wang-sik and Kang-sik’s mom, Hwang Jung-eum”, she confessed, “I originally had really good energy, but after getting married, it felt like that energy became dark and depressing, which was difficult.” She continued, “My children are incredibly precious, and I didn’t want them to feel that kind of energy. That’s why I had no choice but to choose divorce.” However, Hwang Jung-eum then beamed and said, “From my perspective, I have my lovely children, my parents by my side, and I’m solo. I’m completely satisfied.” She ended on a lighthearted note, declaring, “Being solo is a blessing!”
Viewers who saw her heartfelt interview and positive outlook reacted enthusiastically. Comments flooded in, saying, “Finally, the hostess of Solo House makes her direct appearance”, “Excited to see Wang-sik and Kang-sik too”, “She’s living positively and beautifully”, “She seems strong and admirable as a mother” and “Can’t wait to see her living life in her own way!” The teaser, which featured Hwang Jung-eum’s candid storytelling, was also covered in entertainment news and dominated portal site rankings as one of the most-read articles, signaling the show’s potential success.
Hwang Jung-eum, who has already received a passing grade for her MC debut with her witty remarks and relatable energy, is expected to showcase even more charms.
SBS Plus and E Channel’s co-produced variety show “Because I’m Solo”, featuring Hwang Jung-eum’s “blessed” solo life and the activities of the new Solo Sisters, will premiere in early March.
Meanwhile, Hwang Jung-eum married businessman and former professional golfer Lee Young-don in 2016 after six months of dating, and they have two sons together. Their marriage faced a crisis in 2020, leading to divorce proceedings, but they reconciled in 2021 after mediation. However, after three years, they officially parted ways in February last year. At the time, Hwang Jung-eum publicly exposed her husband’s affair, shocking many.
In July of the same year, she confirmed her relationship with basketball player Kim Jong-kyu, but the couple broke up just two weeks after going public.
