Professional baseball player Hwang Jae-kyun, who is part of the KT Wiz, appeared on a variety show for the first time since his divorce and candidly shared his views on dating and the possibility of remarriage. In a video released on the YouTube channel 'Sad Brother Shin Dong-yeob' on the 2nd, Hwang Jae-kyun and Son Ah-seop appeared as guests alongside the couple Ryu Hyun-jin and Bae Ji-hyun, showcasing their unfiltered conversations.
The highlight of the broadcast was undoubtedly Hwang Jae-kyun's 'Ideal Type Hearing'. Hwang Jae-kyun cautiously mentioned that he is attracted to people he connects with emotionally rather than just their appearance. However, his close colleague Son Ah-seop did not miss the opportunity to reveal, "Looking at the people Hwang Jae-kyun has dated, they range from plain stars to glamorous and sexy stars, really extreme differences," which left the audience in shock.
In response to the continuous revelations from his colleagues, Hwang Jae-kyun humorously exclaimed, "It seems like after this broadcast, remarriage and everything else is all over for me," while holding his head in his hands. However, when MC Shin Dong-yeob seriously asked about his thoughts on remarriage, he revealed, "Actually, I really love children," expressing his deep affection for having a second child. His confession, which goes beyond just taking care of his niece, indirectly suggests the possibility of remarriage and captured the viewers' attention.
Previously, Hwang Jae-kyun married Ji-yeon from the girl group T-ara in December 2022, but they faced a breakup about two years later in November 2024. At that time, the couple could not overcome their personality differences and proceeded with divorce mediation while supporting each other's future. As this was his first time openly discussing marriage and his feelings about having children on air after his divorce, the public's interest in his future actions is growing.
Meanwhile, Bae Ji-hyun, who appeared alongside him, also shared her struggles and episodes as a baseball player's wife, expressing her empathy towards Hwang Jae-kyun's story. The candid and human side of the baseball stars gathered during the off-season is providing fans with a unique form of entertainment.
