Hwang Jung-eum Shines in 'Solo' as She Shares Her Life as a Single Mom

Actress Hwang Jung-eum has captivated audiences by sharing her life as a single mom on the show 'Solo.' Living in a reportedly $4.6 million home, she shares her life with her two sons, reminding fans why she was once so popular.

On the 9th episode of SBS Plus and E Channel's variety show 'Solo,' aired on the 4th, Hwang Jung-eum revealed her daily life for the first time on television. The episode achieved a peak target viewership of over 1% and a household peak of 1.8%, ranking first among paid broadcast variety shows in the 2049 target demographic. The show also ranked third on Wavve's variety show TOP 20 and second in Daum's variety TV search terms.

Hwang Jung-eum married former professional golfer Lee Young-don in 2016, filed for divorce in 2020, and reconciled in July 2021. However, she announced another divorce lawsuit in February last year, ultimately ending the marriage. She has two sons.

Hwang Jung-eum made headlines last February with her divorce. In July, she confirmed a relationship with basketball player Kim Jong-kyu, seven years her junior, but announced their breakup just two weeks later. She was also sued for defamation after mistakenly identifying a woman as a mistress on Instagram in June, but the lawsuit was dropped in January.

Rising above the controversies, Hwang Jung-eum became a co-host of SBS's 'Solo' with Shin Dong-yup last October. She charmed audiences with her interactions with fellow celebrities Yoon Se-ah, Chae Rim, and Sa Kang. This year, she decided to share her personal life on the show, introducing her sons, Wang-sik, born in 2017, and Kang-sik, born in 2022, showcasing her down-to-earth lifestyle.

In the recent episode of 'Solo,' Hwang Jung-eum revealed her life in a two-story house with a spacious yard. She shared, "The house we live in was actually an office. It was originally a single-family home, but the previous residents remodeled it into an office."

Hwang Jung-eum's appearance on the show reminded viewers of her lively characters from 'We Got Married' and the sitcom 'High Kick Through the Roof,' which were hugely popular in 2009. After playing more serious roles in recent years, her cheerful personality was a welcome sight for fans.

Fans remember Hwang Jung-eum for her vibrant and cheerful image in 'High Kick Through the Roof' and 'We Got Married.' However, her portrayal of a single mom raising two sons on 'Solo' was both touching and inspiring. Despite last year's controversies, her bright and lovable personality shone through on the show.

Hwang Jung-eum expressed, "The best thing I've ever done is having Wang-sik and Kang-sik. Life has its good days and painful days. Difficult times make me stronger." At 40, Hwang Jung-eum continues to shine on 'Solo,' showing why she remains a beloved figure.

Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr