The star is holding a private wedding ceremony at an undisclosed location in Seoul, attended only by family, relatives, and close friends. The host of the event is none other than Kim’s longtime friend and colleague, Yoo Jae-suk.
The bride is a non-celebrity, and Kim has made it clear that her identity will remain private. “I will never reveal who she is. She’s someone you don’t know and is not part of the entertainment industry,” he previously stated.
The newlyweds are expected to settle into Kim’s villa in Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam, which he purchased for 6.2 billion KRW (approximately USD 4.6 million). At the time of the purchase, marriage rumors spread widely—rumors that have now proven true.
Previously, according to an exclusive report by Sisa Journal E on August 18, 2025, Kim will hold a private wedding ceremony in Seoul on an undisclosed date, attended only by family and close acquaintances. His agency Turbo JK Company stated, “Marking his 30th debut anniversary with this new start makes it all the more significant. We hope everyone will warmly congratulate and support him.”
Even with this major life milestone, Kim Jong-kook has no plans to slow down. He is currently preparing a 30th-anniversary commemorative album and a concert scheduled for October 2025, signaling a strong continuation of his musical journey.
On this day, a representative of Kim Jong-kook told OSEN, “Regarding Mr. Kim Jong-kook’s marriage or his future wife, there is nothing we can say at the moment beyond the handwritten letter he himself posted on his fan café. Since this is a private matter, even the agency does not know the details.”
When asked about the timing of the honeymoon, the representative explained, “It is not possible for him to go immediately. He already has scheduled commitments and fixed broadcasting appearances, so he has no choice but to prioritize the pre-arranged schedules.”
They added, “As for the wedding and other plans afterward, nothing has been decided yet. If there are any details that can be shared later, we will provide accurate information through an official press release.”
With his signature voice defining a generation and his down-to-earth image earning him unwavering public affection, Kim’s new chapter as a married man raises curiosity about how he will blend family life into his artistry. Fans are already eager to hear the next verse in his evolving story.
Over the years, Kim Jong-kook has been the subject of multiple dating rumors, particularly with celebrities like Yoon Eun-hye, his former variety show partner, and Song Ji-hyo, his co-star on Running Man. While fans often rooted for these on-screen “couples” to become real, both Kim and his rumored partners repeatedly denied being romantically involved.
Despite staying tight-lipped about his personal life, Kim’s surprise wedding news in 2025 has reignited interest in his romantic history — and finally brought closure to long-standing speculation.
Sources: Daum
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