The Famous Actress Who Treated Herself To A 500 Million Won Car As A Gift For Getting Divorce
Former Sugar member and actress Hwang Jung Eum has shared the reason behind her decision to divorce and given a glimpse into her daily life.
On the most recent broadcast of Because I’m Solo on SBS Plus and E Channel, Hwang Jung Eum revealed her life as a single mom and showcased the interior of her home.
Introducing herself, she said, “I’m Hwang Jung Eum, the mother of Wang Sik and Kang Sik. I’m spending precious time with my children. Watching them grow gives me the strength to endure hardships.”
Regarding her decision to divorce, she stated, “It’s simple. I wasn’t happy.”
She elaborated, “I used to have a lot of positive energy, but after getting married, I felt like I was becoming depressed and surrounded by negativity. It was really difficult.”
Hwang Jung Eum explained that she ultimately chose divorce for the sake of her children. “I didn’t want them to be affected by that kind of energy. No words can fully express how sorry I feel toward them.”
She also revealed that when she first decided to divorce, she bought a luxury sports car, “It was extremely expensive, and paying it off has been tough. When I was preparing for my divorce in 2020, I looked at myself and felt so pitiful. I needed to give myself a gift.” The car is reportedly worth around 500 million won (approximately $346,253).
She continued, “I wanted to drive a cool car with my son and live a happy life. I wanted to break free from my unhappy self, so I gifted myself a car that matched that vision.” She emphasized that despite the financial burden, she has never regretted the purchase.
Hwang Jung Eum married former professional golfer and businessman Lee Young Don in 2016 and welcomed their first son, Wang Sik, the following year.
After filing for divorce in September 2020, the couple reconciled in July 2021, and they had their second son, Kang Sik, in 2022. However, in February last year, news broke that they were once again in the midst of divorce proceedings, sparking various speculations about the reason.
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