Kim Jong-Kook Drops Marriage Bombshell On 'Running Man' – Is The La Girlfriend Finally Real?

Surprise Wedding News Rocks Hollywood’s K-Drama Scene

Hold onto your boba, LA fam – South Korean superstar Kim Jong-kook just dropped a major life update that’s got everyone buzzing from K-town to the Hollywood Hills. On Monday, August 8th, the 49-year-old actor and variety show icon shared a heartfelt handwritten letter to his fan club, revealing he’s tying the knot. Talk about a plot twist!

That same day, during a taping of the hit Korean show 'Running Man,' Kim’s announcement left the cast shook, with some even thinking it was a hidden camera prank. Originally slated for a September 18th airing, the episode was fast-tracked to August 9th by the production team, eager to ride the wave of this bombshell. If you’re not already glued to your streaming apps, now’s the time to catch up on this West Coast-worthy drama.

We’re all itching to know who snagged this famously private star’s heart. With Kim’s low-key vibe, this news hits harder than a sunset drive down the PCH – unexpected, stunning, and oh-so-intriguing.

The Man Too Boring for Scandals – Until Now

Kim Jong-kook, a name synonymous with clean-cut charm, has dodged scandal like a pro surfer avoiding wipeouts in his 30-year career. Aside from a past romance with actress Yoon Eun-hye, this guy’s personal life has been quieter than a Malibu morning. 'Running Man' castmates often roast him as 'the man even D Agency gave up on,' referencing the infamous Korean gossip outlet that’s failed to dig up dirt on him.

His daily routine? Just a back-and-forth between home and the gym – not exactly paparazzi gold. Certified 'boring' by the media, Kim’s sudden leap from zero to married has jaws dropping faster than traffic on the 405 during rush hour. Who knew this fitness buff had such a wild card up his sleeve?

“I never thought I’d see the day Kim Jong-kook would surprise us like this – he’s kept us guessing for years!” said a longtime 'Running Man' fan on social media.

Unpacking the LA Girlfriend Rumors

Let’s rewind to 2018 when whispers of an 'LA girlfriend' first started swirling around Kim Jong-kook like smog over Downtown. His buddy, actor Cha Tae-hyun, fueled the fire on multiple variety shows, dropping hints about Kim’s frequent SoCal visits. Was he just soaking up the Venice Beach vibes, or was there more to the story?

Kim later addressed the chatter in a video about his English studies, laughing off the speculation. He quipped that people thought he had a secret wife and daughter in the US, but insisted it was all fiction. Still, with Korean media now reporting the bride as a non-celebrity, social media’s abuzz with guesses that she’s a 38-year-old cosmetics CEO from right here in Los Angeles.

Could this be the mystery woman behind the rumors? As speculation heats up hotter than a Santa Ana wind, one thing’s for sure – Kim Jong-kook’s marriage news has us all refreshing our feeds for the next big reveal. Stay tuned, Cali crew, because this story’s just getting started!