Korean Broadcaster Hong Jin-kyung Opens Up About Divorce and Newfound Friendship with Ex-Husband

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Korean broadcaster Hong Jin-kyung has revealed her divorce.

On the 6th, Hong Jin-kyung appeared on Jung Sun-hee's YouTube channel 'Jip Nagan Jung Sun-hee' to share her candid story.

In the video, Hong Jin-kyung stated, "I'm doing well these days. I'm getting along well with Rael and also with Rael's father," openly discussing her life post-divorce.

She added, "It's unfortunate that we only regained true friendship after becoming strangers," expressing her heartfelt sentiments with a touch of humor.

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Hong Jin-kyung married a businessman five years her senior in 2003, and they built a family for 22 years, welcoming their daughter Rael in 2010. She shared, "I first met my husband in 1998, and for 28 years, I only had eyes for him," adding, "People might wonder why we separated."

She explained, "It wasn't anyone's fault; it was just a feeling of wanting to live differently." She also mentioned, "He was a beloved brother figure beyond a romantic partner, and now he's a truly comfortable brother."

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Hong Jin-kyung admitted that she struggled with when and how to disclose the divorce to the public, saying, "I felt like I was deceiving people, and it weighed heavily on my heart."

Jung Sun-hee explained, "I actually heard about it a few months ago, and Hong Jin-kyung wanted to share this story on my channel," providing context for the video's release.

Hong Jin-kyung's story of transforming a 28-year relationship with her husband into a deeper friendship offers many people new courage and comfort regarding relationships.

Reporter Na-yeon Cho, Ten Asia nybluebook@tenasia.co.kr