Singer Kim Jong-kook is finally joining the ranks of married men in the year marking his 30th anniversary since debut.
Kim Jong-kook announced his marriage through a handwritten letter posted on his official fan cafe on the 18th. He said, "I had prepared myself in my heart for the day I would write this, but as I actually write it, I feel more nervous and shaken than I imagined. I'm getting married," personally informing his fans.
He continued, "This year marks my 30th anniversary since debut, and although I haven't been able to create the album I wanted to, I have found my better half," sharing a significant change in his life. He also revealed that the wedding will be held quietly soon, inviting only family, relatives, and some acquaintances. He added, "Although it's very late, I'm glad it's happening this way. I will strive to live well," expressing a heartfelt resolution.
In particular, he expressed his gratitude to the fans who have been by his side for a long time. Kim Jong-kook noted, "Thanks to you fans, I am getting married and taking on a new challenge in life. I will continue to strive to be Kim Jong-kook who works harder," drawing attention.
Recently, Kim Jong-kook attracted attention with multiple marriage rumors. Last month on the SBS program 'My Little Old Boy,' speculation about preparing a newlywed home was mentioned, drawing focus. At that time, Heo Kyung-hwan said, "Jong-kook recently bought a house. There are talks that it's a newlywed home," to which Kim Jong-kook hesitated for a moment before affirming, "That's true. Shouldn't I prepare for it?" essentially implying his marriage. He further laughed it off, saying, "It's not about revealing my girlfriend. Marriage requires preparation," but eventually led to a surprise marriage announcement a month later.
The building in Gangnam, Seoul, which he purchased for around 6.2 billion won, is also known to be his newlywed home, heating up online discussions. The fact that he purchased it in full cash has also brought his financial acumen back into the spotlight.
Kim Jong-kook, who has quietly nurtured his love, will hold a private wedding and begin a new chapter in his life. He is finally transforming from being affectionately referred to as 'the eternal bachelor of My Little Old Boy' into a married man, facing another challenge ahead.
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