Hong Jin-kyung Hints at Divorce While Pressuring Jo Se-ho on 'The Driver'

Hong Jin-kyung brought attention to her past by alluding to her divorce while interviewing Jo Se-ho on the latest episode of the Netflix original variety show 'The Driver: Finding the Lost Handle' (hereafter referred to as 'The Driver').

The 15th episode, released on the 21st, featured a segment titled 'Choose the King of Talk,' where candidates underwent interviews to join the 'High-Class Celebrity Club.' Hong Jin-kyung, alongside Kim Sook, Joo Woo-jae, and Wooyoung, acted as interviewers, grilling the final candidate, Jo Se-ho.

After Kim Sook inquired about Jo Se-ho's marital status and conditions, Joo Woo-jae asked if his wife was his first love. Jo Se-ho paused before responding, 'My first and last love.' This declaration sparked an outburst from Hong Jin-kyung, who sharply questioned, 'Can you guarantee that?' Jo Se-ho affirmed, 'I will protect our love until the end.' Hong Jin-kyung then added, 'I wanted to protect someone too,' hinting at her personal experiences.

Furthermore, when asked about plans for children, Jo Se-ho candidly shared, 'The time we spend just the two of us is so happy, and I know this might sound selfish, but I don't want to take this time away from our baby. I believe my wife will be a great mother, but I honestly don't feel confident I can be a good father. I want to prepare for children when I can fully dedicate myself.'

Additionally, Jo Se-ho is set to release an apology video to a citizen he encountered while looking for a restroom. He explained in the video, 'That morning, I unintentionally revealed a more unsightly side of myself, and it just happened. I apologize,' raising curiosity about the specific incident.

Hong Jin-kyung debuted as an MBC talent in 1997 and has since built a diverse career as a model, broadcaster, and entrepreneur. She married a non-celebrity businessman in 2010, but revealed her divorce in 2012. Her recent appearances on the Netflix variety show 'The Driver: Finding the Lost Handle' have garnered significant attention for her bold commentary.