Actor Jung Sung Il and his wife have officially decided to end their marriage after nine years together. According to a report from Maeil Business Star Today on October 14, the two came to the decision after careful thought and agreed to separate amicably. Despite parting ways as a couple, they plan to continue raising their son together and remain supportive co-parents.
Jung Sung Il’s agency, XYZ Studio, confirmed the news with a statement expressing that the decision was made peacefully and with mutual respect. They asked the public to avoid spreading rumors or making assumptions about the reason behind the split, emphasizing that neither party was at fault. The agency also shared that Jung Sung Il will continue focusing on his acting career while fulfilling his responsibilities as a father.
Their statement read, “After a long period of careful deliberation together, Jung Sung Il and his wife have decided to bring their marriage to a close. The process was concluded amicably, and both have decided to support each other as they go their separate ways. Since the divorce was the result of an amicable agreement with no party at fault, we ask that you refrain from distorted or speculative reporting. Although their legal relationship has been settled, they continue to support each other’s paths and are jointly doing their utmost in raising their child.”
The news has sparked online discussions about the couple’s past love story, which Jung Sung Il once shared on Yoo Quiz on the Block in February 2023. He revealed that he and his wife first met through a mutual acquaintance and stayed in touch as pen pals before drifting apart. Years later, they reconnected and quickly rekindled their relationship, deciding to marry within just three months.
Currently, the actor is busy filming his next Disney+ series Made in Korea, alongside stars Hyun Bin and Jung Woo Sung. Jung Sung Il rose to fame for his memorable role as Ha Do Young in The Glory, where his calm yet intense performance earned widespread praise. While fans are saddened by the news of his divorce, many continue to show support for him as he moves forward in both his career and personal life.