Actor Song Joong Ki has become the latest Korean celebrity caught in a wave of online misinformation after viral rumors claimed he had divorced his wife, Katy Louise Saunders. The speculation quickly gained traction on social media, but there has been no official confirmation that the couple has separated.
According to Line Today, the rumors originated from a YouTube video alleging that Song Joong Ki’s second marriage had ended. The video featured images of Song Joong Ki and Katy Louise Saunders alongside narration that closely resembled a professional news broadcast, leading some viewers to mistake it for a legitimate report.
However, many online users believe the narration and presentation were AI-generated, raising concerns about the growing spread of AI-created celebrity misinformation.
Notably, while the rumors circulated widely on Chinese-language platforms, major South Korean media outlets have not reported any divorce news involving the actor.
As of publication, neither Song Joong Ki nor his agency has commented on the rumors. Without an official statement or credible reporting from Korean media, the claims remain unverified. Many fans have also pointed out that there have been no public indications of marital problems between Song Joong Ki and Katy Louise Saunders.
The viral rumors have also reignited discussions about Song Joong Ki’s recent career. His latest films including Hopeless, My Name Is Loh Kiwan, and Bogotá: City of the Lost underperformed commercially despite attracting significant attention before release.
Meanwhile, his television drama My Youth also struggled in the ratings, averaging around 1–2% during its broadcast. Although some online discussions have linked these professional setbacks with the divorce rumors, there is no verified evidence connecting the two.
Song Joong Ki confirmed his relationship with former British actress Katy Louise Saunders in December 2022, before announcing their marriage soon afterward. The couple welcomed a son in June 2023 and a daughter in November 2024.
Over the past few years, Song Joong Ki has repeatedly spoken about how much Katy has supported him personally and professionally. In an earlier interview with GQ, he described her as someone who gave him confidence, always encouraged him, and helped him become “a better person.”
For now, fans continue to await an official response, while many caution against treating AI-generated content circulating online as factual news.
Sources: kenh14
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