Kim Jong-kook Directly Addresses Marriage Rumors: 'My Wife Works at a Gym? It's All Fake News!'

Singer Kim Jong-kook has finally addressed various rumors surrounding his wife and shared his honest feelings for the first time since getting married. On the broadcast of KBS 2TV's 'Problem Child in House' on the 11th, Kim Jong-kook commented on recent speculations about him.

He revealed, "I never hid my marriage. I thought I was giving hints, but everyone seemed unaware," adding with a laugh, "I thought people would naturally know."

Kim Jong-kook also mentioned recently purchasing a home, confessing, "I was worried it might spark more marriage rumors," which had indeed fueled public curiosity given the highly secretive nature of his wedding preparations.

When fellow cast member Kim Sook asked, "Is your wife involved in the gym industry?" Kim Jong-kook firmly denied it, stating, "Absolutely not." He clarified, "All the rumors so far are fake news. Nothing is true except for the gender," drawing a clear line. He particularly emphasized that speculations about her being "20 years younger," "from LA," or a "beauty business CEO" were all false.

Playfully, Song Eun-yi asked if his wife was older than her, to which Kim Jong-kook wittily responded, "That wasn't part of the rumors," eliciting more laughter. Kim Jong-kook held a private wedding ceremony on the 5th with his non-celebrity wife, attended only by family and close friends. His best friend Yoo Jae-suk officiated, garnering attention, but the event was conducted with extreme secrecy, akin to a 'Mission Impossible' operation. Despite the covert nature of the ceremony, Kim Jong-kook directly appeared on broadcast to correct the widespread speculations about his wife's identity.

Kim Jong-kook is a prominent South Korean singer, widely adored for his powerful vocals and unique timbre. He cemented his status as a 'national singer' by maintaining consistent popularity from his 'Turbo' group days through his successful solo career. More recently, he has been showcasing his versatility as an all-around entertainer with his witty remarks on variety shows.