Fans love to give celebrities nicknames; however, only a few were called the "Nation's First Love." It is a title given to rising stars who exude youthful and pretty faces, the girl next door, or the ideal type of look. Without a doubt, these actresses are adored and well-loved by fans. However, as years passed by, younger stars were given a chance to own this title.
Despite this, former celebrities once dubbed "The Nation's First Love" have solidified their name in K-dramaland and are now known for their exceptional talent. In addition, some of them have tied the knot, while others are soon-to-be moms. From Jun Ji Hyun, Son ye Jin and Lee Yeon Hee, these are Hallyu's "Nation's First Loves" who are now happily married.
Jun Ji Hyun
One of the OG Kdrama actresses captivated viewers' hearts with her 2001 movie "My Sassy Girl." Due to her head-turning visuals playing the iconic role, she received the "Nation's First Love" title.
From the smash hit film with Cha Tae Hyun, she appeared in the 2004 prequel "Windstruck" with Jang Hyuk and again gained viewers the same love.
Continuing to make waves in Hallyu through her Kdramas "My Love from the Star," "The Legend of the Blue Sea," and more. Jun Ji Hyun is now married to her businessman husband, Choi Jun Hyuk.
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After tying the knot in April 2012, the couple was blessed with two adorable children. Unfortunately, after nine years of marriage, Jun Ji Hyun and her husband were hit with divorce rumors in 2021. However, the couple dismissed the reports and strongly denied the allegations of their marriage.
Son Ye Jin
One of the beloved actresses once dubbed "The Nation's First Love," Son Ye Jin impressed millions of fans with her versatility as an actress.
However, she earned the title after starring in the blockbuster movie "A Moment to Remember" with Jung Woo Sung and the 2003 melodrama "The Classic."
Years later, Son Ye Jin is among the top-billed stars in the industry, not to mention a soon-to-be mother. She married her "The Negotiation" and "Crash Landing on You" co-star Hyun Bin in a dreamy wedding on March 31, attended by family, relatives, and a few celebrity friends.
Announcing her pregnancy, Son Ye Jin says that she wanted to "share some joyful news" with her fans saying that a "valuable life has come" to the couple.
Lee Yeon Hee
Besides being known as a legendary K-pop trainee who almost joined Girls' Generation, Lee Yeon Hee made a name for herself as an actress and starred in "A Millionaire's First Love" with Hyun Bin.
She gained the title of "Nation's First Love" because of her charming and innocent beauty.
Now, the 34-year-old beauty is happily married to her non-celebrity boyfriend. The couple tied the knot in a private ceremony on June 2, 2020.
Lee Yeon recently made a small-screen comeback for the Kdrama "Welcome to Wedding Hell" opposite Lee Jin Wook and is set to appear in the upcoming race "race" with Moon So Ri.
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Written by Geca Wills
