Kim Jong Kook Plans to Reveal All About His Wife and LA Rumors After 007 Wedding

Kim Jong Kook married in a supremely private ceremony with strict no-phone rules.
He addressed wife rumors on TV, promising to share his love story himself soon.
His first post-wedding social media post featured boxing gear, not wedding photos.

In a move that has both shocked and delighted fans, South Korean entertainment powerhouse Kim Jong-kook has officially entered married life. The singer and variety show star, long known for his intensely private personal life, married his non-celebrity bride in a supremely secretive ceremony held on September 5th at a hotel in Seoul's Gangnam district.

The event was so tightly under wraps that it's been widely dubbed a "Mission 007" operation by media outlets. In a testament to their desire for privacy, the couple limited the guest list to under 100 people, comprising only immediate family and very close friends, including his "Running Man" colleagues. To ensure no details leaked, guests were informed of the venue just one day prior and were strictly forbidden from bringing any phones or recording devices inside, making it arguably one of the most secure celebrity weddings of all time.

The ceremony was officiated by his longtime friend and national MC, Yoo Jae-suk, adding a heartfelt touch to the intimate gathering. This extreme level of secrecy was a deliberate choice by Kim Jong-kook to fiercely protect his bride, a non-public figure whose identity has been kept completely out of the spotlight. His agency firmly stated, "While the marriage is true, we cannot reveal anything about the bride," underscoring his lifelong principle of strictly separating his public persona from his private life and family.

Addressing Rumors Head-On in "My Little Old Boy"

Remarkably, just days after his wedding, Kim Jong-kook was back at work, appearing on the popular SBS variety show ‘My Little Old Boy’ (also known as ‘Same Bed, Different Dreams’). It was here that he directly addressed the swirling rumors that have captivated fans for months.

His co-stars, including Kim Hee-chul, eagerly congratulated him and immediately began probing for details. Kim Hee-chul specifically brought up the rampant speculation.

"There have been a lot of rumors. No one has seen my sister-in-law. There's a rumor that she's a businesswoman from LA. Cosmetics," KIm Hee-chul commented.

Instead of outright denying or confirming the claims, Kim Jong-kook intriguingly promised a future revelation.

"I'll tell you. I don't talk about other things, but there are stories that come out. The LA story is coming out, and the truth is, it's me," he responded.

This heavily foreshadowing that he plans to personally clear the air and share his unique love story on his own terms. The preview also showed a more relatable side of married life for the fitness-obsessed star. When Kim Dong-hyun predicted, "You'll also have trouble with your wife because of exercise," Kim Jong-kook honestly admitted, "That's the only thing we fight about."

A Quiet First Post and Divided Fan Reactions

Staying true to his character, Kim Jong-kook made no formal announcement of his marriage on his social media. In fact, his first post, made just one day after becoming a married man, was not a wedding photo or a heartfelt message to his new wife, but a picture of boxing gear gifted to him by a sports brand, captioned simply, "Thank you so much."

This quintessentially "Jim Jong-kook" (a nickname combining his name with 'gym') move perfectly encapsulated his personality but led to mixed reactions from his dedicated fanbase.

Some expressed understandable disappointment, having hoped for a personal message to the fans who have supported him for decades. Others, however, were firmly in his corner, defending his right to privacy and arguing that the post was a deliberate act to shield his wife from any unnecessary public attention.

This division highlights the unique position of a star balancing his public duties with a deep-seated need for a private life. For now, Kim Jong-kook has chosen to let his actions speak louder than words, promising that the full story will come from him, and only when he is ready.

Source: SBS's My Little Old Boy, news.nate, Chosun Biz