The post-divorce lives of Jiyeon and her ex-husband Hwang Jae Gyun are drawing starkly different reactions especially after the athlete openly discussed remarriage plans on national television.

Appearing on the reality show Moo No Plan Season 3, Hwang Jae Gyun candidly revealed: “If I have the chance, I want to get married again.”

He added that while he doesn’t have a strict “ideal type,” he does have one preference that caught attention: “I hope she’s tall.”

The baseball player even joked that he might remarry before host Jun Hyun Moo ties the knot for the first time highlighting how open he is about starting a new chapter.

This isn’t the first time he has addressed the topic. On another show, he previously expressed a desire to have children, further reinforcing his readiness to move forward.

However, his repeated comments have not sat well with the public. Many netizens criticized him for seemingly bringing up sensitive topics too often, especially given the relatively recent divorce.

Some viewers even speculated that his emphasis on wanting children could be indirectly referencing his past marriage with Jiyeon fueling rumors about the reasons behind their split.

As a result, criticism has mounted, with some calling his behavior “insensitive” and accusing him of subtly shifting blame.

In sharp contrast, Jiyeon has remained completely silent about the divorce. The T-ara member has not addressed her former marriage publicly even once.

Instead, she has chosen to focus on herself spending time traveling, reconnecting with friends, and preparing for new artistic projects.

This quiet approach has earned her widespread support, with many praising her maturity and resilience.

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Jiyeon and Hwang Jae Gyun tied the knot in 2022, in what many fans described as a “fairytale wedding.” However, the marriage ended in late 2024, lasting less than two years.

Rumors surrounding their breakup included lifestyle differences and alleged incidents involving the athlete, though the official reason cited was simply irreconcilable differences.

While Hwang Jae Gyun continues to openly discuss remarriage and family plans, Jiyeon appears to be taking a more introspective path prioritizing healing and career growth.

Their contrasting post-divorce narratives have become a hot topic among fans, raising broader conversations about privacy, respect, and how public figures handle personal matters in the spotlight.

Sources: K14