Korean-American actor Daniel Henney recently opened up about his love for his wife, Japanese-American actress Ru Kumagai, in an exclusive interview with a popular fashion magazine.

In a heartwarming video released on June 3 by the magazine on their YouTube channel, Henney shared his "Nine Heart Picks"-nine things that hold special significance in his life.

Henney began by revealing his current favorite color, green, jokingly attributing it to either age or his newfound love for golf.

However, it was his second pick that truly captured hearts-his wife, Ru Kumagai.

"My wife's been on my mind a lot. I honestly couldn't live without her. When I'm traveling overseas for work or anything else, she always helps with my life as a teammate. Sometimes she has to stay home." -Henney

The actor's list continued with his love for his dogs, music, his home in Michigan, his favorite book "Kafka on the Shore" by Murakami Haruki, his involvement in the American television series "The Wheel of Time," his appreciation for kimchi jjigae, his interest in script-writing, and the joy he finds in spending time with loved ones.

Henney and Kumagai tied the knot in October 2023, and their love story is nothing short of charming.

Their journey began when Henney first encountered Kumagai at a restaurant where she worked as a hostess.

Captivated by her presence, he made multiple visits to the restaurant just to catch a glimpse of her.

Noticing her love for reading, particularly books by Murakami Haruki, Henney struck up a conversation that eventually led to a thoughtful gift of Murakami's entire collection.

This gesture marked the beginning of their romance, despite the 13-year age gap that Henney affectionately mentions doesn't hinder their strong bond.

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Written by Geca Flores