Former Sports Announcer Won Jin-seo, Fiancée of Yoon Jeong-soo, Reveals the Painful Truth Behind Her Departure from Broadcasting

Won Jin-seo (formerly Won Ja-hyun), the fiancée of Yoon Jeong-soo, revealed the candid reasons behind her sudden departure from the broadcast industry on the TV CHOSUN show 'Lovers of the Joseon Dynasty'.

During the broadcast on the 8th, Yoon Jeong-soo expressed his concerns about his fiancée, recalling how she suffered greatly from malicious comments during her active years in broadcasting about a decade ago. He shared his worries, stating, "She was deeply hurt by the hateful remarks, and now that it's not just me, but us, I am concerned." He mentioned that it had been over ten years since she managed to forget those painful experiences.

Upon meeting, both Yoon Jeong-soo and Won Jin-seo appeared visibly awkward and embarrassed. Yoon Jeong-soo formally introduced his fiancée, explaining, "I didn't hide her; I wanted to reveal her when my future wife felt comfortable. I believe now is the right timing."

Won Jin-seo introduced herself as "Won Jin-seo, a former sports broadcast announcer," clarifying that she had legally changed her name from Won Ja-hyun. Once hailed as the 'Goddess of Guangzhou' during the 2010 Asian Games, she has since transformed into a Pilates instructor over the past nine years. She shared that her last appearance on television was around 2019. The reason for her hiatus, she confessed, was the immense stress and burden from sensationalized news reports and controversies over her attire, which led to severe malicious comments and depression. This ultimately prompted her to halt her broadcasting career.

When asked about her decision to return to television, Won Jin-seo bravely stated that Yoon Jeong-soo's encouragement inspired her. She found his call particularly welcome during a difficult period after her retirement, revealing that listening to his radio show during her commute became a source of vitality. "During a time when I barely watched the internet or TV, his radio show was incredibly fun and a great comfort," she shared. This marked the reunion of their bond, initially formed through radio over 11 years prior.

Won Jin-seo gained significant attention as the 'Goddess of Guangzhou' during the 2010 Asian Games due to her striking beauty and hosting skills. After her time as a sports announcer, she pursued various broadcasting roles before stepping away from the industry due to severe online harassment and sensationalized media coverage. She has since transitioned to a career as a Pilates instructor and is now preparing for marriage with Yoon Jeong-soo, marking her return to the public eye on 'Lovers of the Joseon Dynasty'.