Actress Choi Yeo-jin has firmly overcome all the various rumors and speculations that arose before her marriage and has tied the knot. In particular, the unusual situation where her ex-husband's ex-wife directly stepped in to clear up misunderstandings has resulted in a happy ending for Choi Yeo-jin, who boldly tackled the rumors.
Choi Yeo-jin's marriage to Kim Jae-wook on the 1st has brought up rumors surrounding the two, which date back to their appearance on tvN's "On and Off" in 2020. During that time, Choi Yeo-jin described Kim Jae-wook and his ex-wife as "like my mom and dad," showing a friendly side, but years later, news broke that she was dating Kim Jae-wook, whom she referred to as "someone who felt like a dad," leading to rumors of an affair. The controversy intensified as Kim Jae-wook was still in the process of divorcing at the time. As a result, Choi Yeo-jin's marriage news was met with suspicion rather than congratulations.
As the rumors of an affair surfaced, Choi Yeo-jin actively stepped forward to dispel the public's misunderstandings. Her first step was appearing on SBS's "Same Bed, Different Dreams 2 - You Are My Destiny" with her fiancé to directly clarify the situation. Kim Jae-wook, who separated just six months after marrying in 2016, stated that although he did not inform those around him, he had a smooth breakup. Choi Yeo-jin also emphasized that she met Kim Jae-wook after his divorce and that she did not engage in actions that could be misconstrued.
Notably, during this appearance, Kim Jae-wook's ex-wife directly communicated with Choi Yeo-jin, saying, "I met him after we divorced, so why are there so many rumors? I am a witness, and I say this isn't true," dismissing the rumors and showing support for the couple. This moment played a decisive role in quelling the affair rumors surrounding Choi Yeo-jin.
However, even after the broadcast of "Same Bed, Different Dreams 2," the rumors did not die down. Absurd speculations such as being a "cult leader," "the son of the H Group chairman," "gaslighting claims," "living under one roof," "complimentary lodging and meals," and "couple outfits" ran rampant, prompting Choi Yeo-jin to appear on her YouTube channel and MBC's "Radio Star" to provide even more detailed rebuttals. She appealed, stating that "there are too many fake and sensational stories" and emphasized that "because lines have been crossed, we need to address this," eventually warning of legal action against malicious comments and declaring war on the rumors.
After a rigorous confrontation with the difficult rumors, Choi Yeo-jin finally held her wedding ceremony with 7 years older sports entrepreneur Kim Jae-wook on the 1st in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi Province, marking the culmination of their love. The couple has already registered their marriage. Choi Yeo-jin, who enjoys water sports, prepared a special wedding with the concept of "meeting in the water and marrying in the water," and even considered using wakeboarding for their entrance, showcasing her cheerful demeanor.
Choi Yeo-jin faced all aspects of the rumors from their inception to their spread and legal responses with honesty. Although she experienced emotional distress due to unpleasant events before her wedding, her courageous attitude in facing the truth in the face of lies and the strong support of her fiancé and ex-wife ultimately led to a happy ending. Messages of congratulations and support have poured into her social media, and she has begun a new chapter in her life amid many blessings.
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