After two years of marriage, the Descendents of the Sun couple has now decided to part ways. The couple tied the knot in October 2017 after meeting on the set of the Korean drama series. The 33-year-old actor officially filed for divorce from Song Hye Ko, 33, on Wednesday, June 26 at the Seoul Family Court. The news of the divorce was then confirmed by Song Joong Ki’s attorney on Thursday, June 27 in South Korea.
In a previous article, the Descendents of the Sun co-stars made it official when they announced their wedding in July. Seong Joong Ki and Song Hye Ko made it official and tied the knot during a private wedding ceremony in October 2017 at the Shilla Hotel in Seoul. Thousands of fans were ecstatic that their favourite love team they’ve followed on television made it in real life. Five months after their wedding, the famous Song couple were barely seen out in public after tying the knot.
Seong Joong Ki and Song Hye Ko Break Up, 3 Things We Know
1. Difference in Personalities
The couple were forced to come to a decision after a lengthy debate where it would be in their best interest if they just split up. Reports say it was due to differences in personalities and their inability to overcome them according to Song Hye Kyo’s agency United Artists Agency (UAA) Korea in a post online from Soompi.
2. Seong Joong Ki’s HeartFelt Apology to Fans
The actor has taken his first steps in filing the divorce and has then released a statement addressing his fans. According to Seong Joong Ki’s statement, he shared with Soompi which reads:
“Hello. This is Song Joong Ki. First, I’d like to apologise for delivering this unfortunate news to the many fans who love and care for me. I have begun the process of filing for divorce from Song Hye Kyo. Rather than denouncing one another and arguing over who is to blame, I hope that the divorce process can be wrapped up amicably.
“I ask for your understanding in regards to the fact that it is difficult to discuss the details of my personal life, and I will recover from my current wounds and do my utmost as an actor to repay you through great productions in the future. Thank you.”
3. Keeping It Private
Seong Joong Ki and Song Hye Ko are now keeping things at a minimal where they choose not to reveal further details to the public about the personal matter. However, their agency’s request that fans refrain from spreading false rumours and suspicions regarding the divorce.