The "aging like a fine wine" star So Ji Sub and his now-wife, former newscaster Jo Eun Jung, are now officially married. This was also confirmed by the actor's label 51K, wherein both have registered their legal union on Tuesday, April 7.
Meanwhile, due to the current global health crisis, the couple opted to not have a ceremony.
Just after the public announcement of the union, So Ji Sub expressed his heartfelt message to his fans, where he shared his gratefulness to them.
His letter reads:
Hi, this is So Ji Sub.
Starting today, I am at another beginning stage in my existence with my mate.
As of April 7, I greet you as a head of of our family as we have already registered our marriage legally. I also wish to be more mindful of my upcoming roles as an entertainer.
You were most likely extremely stunned at the unexpected news, yet this is a choice that I came to after quite a while of genuine contemplations, so I trust that you will keep on applauding me and watch over me as you have for so long.
Mixed emotions takes over me as I announce this news during these trying times. I promise to live with a grateful heart moving forward and to show every one of you a more decent side of me not just on-screen but off-screen as well.
I wish all of you good health and I hope to see all of you soon. Thank you."
In May of 2019, the two broke their silence and confirmed that they are officially dating. Jo Eun Jung is 17 years younger than the actor, and they are one of the "May-December" love affairs in the industry.
Both first met in an interview with his film Be With You the prior year. Afterward, both bumped into each other once again through acquaintances, and the rest is history. 51K did not deny the rumor and revealed that both are in a serious relationship and could not confirm as to how long they have been together.
So Ji Sub started as a model and moved forward as an actor. He was cast in several acclaimed TV dramas such as Oh, My Venus and Master's Sun. He also starred in several movies such as Rough Cut and Battleship Island. He also explained that it was never his intention to become a star, as he was just inclined to go modeling to meet his idol, the late Kim Sung Jae.
Congratulations to So Ji Sub and Jo Eun Jung!
