Yoon Jung-soo Clarifies Unexpected Scandal with 'Virtual Wife' Kim Sook: 'She Has to Live on Her Own Now'

Comedian Yoon Jung-soo, who is set to marry in November, burst into laughter due to an unexpected scandal involving Kim Sook, his former 'virtual wife' from a TV show.

On the TV Chosun program 'Joseon's Lover' aired on the 22nd, Yoon Jung-soo and his fiancée Won Jin-seo went to a market to declutter personal belongings. While they were there, market vendors recognized Yoon Jung-soo and brought up Kim Sook, with whom he shared a memorable on-screen partnership.

In 2015, Yoon Jung-soo and Kim Sook starred together in JTBC's 'With You' Season 2, playing a unique couple that subverted traditional gender roles. This virtual marriage concept was a massive hit and played a significant role in Yoon Jung-soo's successful return to broadcasting after facing financial difficulties.

Recently, Yoon Jung-soo appeared on the YouTube channel 'Kim Sook TV' and introduced his actual fiancée to Kim Sook, his 'window-shopping couple' partner. He humorously responded to the vendors' playful teasing about his past on-screen relationship by stating, 'Kim Sook has to live on her own now. She's a 'fake wife.''

Fellow cast member Choi Sung-gook chimed in, adding to the amusement by noting, 'Many people think Yoon Jung-soo is getting remarried.' The episode also revealed Yoon Jung-soo and Won Jin-seo's wedding invitation, where they discovered their mothers share the same name, leading co-star Hwang Bora to exclaim, 'It's destiny!' The couple's story continues to unfold on 'Joseon's Lover' every Monday.

Yoon Jung-soo debuted in 1997 and has been a prominent figure in the Korean comedy scene. He successfully rebuilt his career after experiencing financial bankruptcy, largely due to the popularity of the show 'With You.' His candid and humorous personality has earned him widespread affection from the public.