An Everlasting Love Story: Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin Marry After 10 Years of Dating

Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin announce their wedding after 10 years.
Fans celebrate their resilient love and inspiring journey.
A private ceremony will be held on December 20 in Seoul.

South Korean actors Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin have officially announced their wedding plans after more than a decade of dating. In a press release published on November 20, their agency AM Entertainment revealed that the couple had “promised to become life partners” and would hold a private wedding ceremony on December 20 at Hotel Shilla in Seoul. The joyful news was warmly welcomed by fans around the world; many were deeply moved, remembering how the couple stayed together through difficult times, especially when Kim Woo Bin underwent treatment for nasopharyngeal cancer in 2017 and stepped away from acting. The announcement felt like the perfect ending to a drama and the beginning of a new chapter for the beloved pair.

Shin Min Ah (41) and Kim Woo Bin (36) began dating after meeting during a fashion brand photoshoot in 2015. From the start, they never hid their relationship, earning the public’s recognition as one of the entertainment industry’s most enduring long-term couples. Throughout their ten-year relationship, they consistently supported each other’s careers, especially when Kim Woo Bin was diagnosed with cancer in 2017. Shin Min Ah stayed by his side through the entire treatment and recovery process, turning their love story into an inspiration for many. Outside their personal lives, the couple is also known for their philanthropy. According to BNT News, Shin Min Ah has donated approximately 40 billion KRW over the past 15 years, including regular contributions to burn patients through the Hallym Burn Foundation. Kim Woo Bin has also been donating around 1 billion KRW annually to Asan Medical Center to support pediatric cancer patients, with his total contributions exceeding 1.1 billion KRW. Their charitable acts have cemented their reputation as a philanthropic couple.

Wedding Details, Private Plans, and Their Philanthropic Legacy

AM Entertainment emphasized that the wedding was not prompted by a premarital pregnancy, but was instead the result of years of trust and commitment. The ceremony on December 20 at Hotel Shilla in Seoul will follow an intimate concept, with only close family, relatives, and friends invited. So far, the couple has only finalized the date and venue; they have yet to choose an officiant, congratulatory singer, or MC due to their busy filming and promotion schedules. Their desire for a quiet, peaceful wedding also contributed to the decision to hold a private ceremony. Netizens praised the couple’s choice and wished them a serene, meaningful celebration away from excessive media attention.

Kim Woo Bin personally shared the wedding news first with his fandom “Wooribin.” In a handwritten letter on his fan café, he expressed his desire to tell the fans who had always supported him with unconditional love. “Yes, I am getting married. I will build a family with the woman who has been with me for a long time, and now we will walk together,” he wrote, asking for warm blessings for their future. AM Entertainment added that their marriage is grounded in the strong trust they have built over the years. Alongside preparing for their private ceremony, both actors are busy completing their filming schedules; Kim Woo Bin recently starred in the Netflix drama Genie, while Shin Min Ah is set to appear in the Disney+ series Reborn Queen. Announcing their wedding in the midst of these projects reflects their sincere determination to start a family without further delay.

News of the wedding sparked waves of support on social media. Many fans praised Shin Min Ah’s unwavering devotion during Kim Woo Bin’s illness, calling their story the true definition of love. Here are some netizen comments:

“I knew they’d be together in a long time since Shin Min Ah stood by his side during his most difficult moments when he got sick until his recovery. Real definition of through sickness and in health. My OG Woo Bin, I’m so sooo happy for you! 😭🤲”

“Yahoooo!!! I am beyond happy for them! Shin Min Ah stood by Kim Woo Bin through thick and thin and that is something. True love is very admiring! 🥰”

“I thought they are already married 😭”

“RAAAAAAAAHHHHH congrats bbs (they’re way older than me but who cares) 😂”

“Oh my, and the whole world, ah hmm UNIVERSE, cheered 💙💙💙💙💙”

“They deserve this marriage after all the things they’ve been through 😢😢🥺👏🎉 soo happy for them”

“Lovely news… many congratulations to them both ❤️🎉”

“Congrats, wow may forever.”

“Oh my gosh. I’m so happy for them. Congratulations. Can’t wait for the wedding!!! 😭❤️”

“OH MY GOD!! SO HAPPY FOR THEM!!”

“I’m sooo happy this news! finally 🙌”

“Omg finally!!! I love you both, congratulations!!”

“We’re just waiting for Sooyoung and Kyungho next.”

Netizens highlighted how Shin Min Ah never left Kim Woo Bin’s side during his sickness, making this wedding feel like a reward for their resilience. Many were surprised, having assumed the couple was already married, while others joked that they were now waiting for announcements from other celebrity couples. The overwhelming wave of well-wishes showed how much the public had been waiting for this happy ending.

With their strong relationship, extensive philanthropic work, and overwhelming support from fans, the marriage of Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin is expected to be one of the warmest moments in Korean entertainment. Their story proves that patient, steadfast love can endure hardships and the pressures of busy careers. May their simple ceremony on December 20 go smoothly and mark the beginning of a new chapter filled with joy.

Source: Daily Sports, Starnews, TV Daily, Sports Kyunghyang, BNT News report.