South Korean actress Kim Sae Ron’s tragic death on February 16, 2025, left fans and the public reeling, and the subsequent rumors about her personal life only deepened the controversy. On March 25, 2025, her husband broke his silence in a statement aired through the Garo Sero Research Institute, addressing allegations of pregnancy and blackmail that had been circulating since her passing. His words aim to set the record straight amid what he calls “distorted facts” and “severe slander” against the late actress.
A Whirlwind Romance and a Mutual Decision
In his statement, Kim Sae Ron’s husband shared that he met the actress in mid-to-late November 2024 through a mutual acquaintance. What followed was a rapid and intense connection that led to their legal marriage in the United States on January 12, 2025, attended only by witnesses.
“I was just living life as I did, an ordinary person, when I met Kim Sae Ron around mid-to-late November 2024, thanks to an introduction from an acquaintance. Thanks to having strong attraction to each other despite the short time, we got married legally in America, where I live, on January 12, 2025, with only witnesses present.” — Kim Sae Ron’s husband
However, the couple soon realized their decision was hasty. They agreed to void the marriage due to practical challenges, including the difficulties of a long-distance relationship and differences in their personalities. He emphasized that this decision was mutual and made out of respect for each other.
Denying Pregnancy and Blackmail Rumors
One of the most persistent rumors following Kim Sae Ron’s death was that she had been pregnant and was coerced into marriage. Her husband firmly denied these claims, pointing out the timeline of their relationship as evidence.
“It is completely not true that she was pregnant. Rumors of her pregnancy came around January 2025, but we first met in mid-to-late November 2024. That was when we first met, and we started getting serious around the end of November when she visited America. The timelines do not match up. Also, we were not thinking about children, so Kim Sae Ron was taking birth control pills.” — Kim Sae Ron’s husband
He also rejected allegations of blackmail or violence, calling them a “severe form of humiliation” to Kim Sae Ron’s memory. He insisted that their marriage was based on mutual love and consent, not threats, and that they were already planning to quietly dissolve it before her death.
“Who gets married due to threats? We both loved each other, and Kim Sae Ron also passionately agreed to the marriage, showing that she wanted to proceed with it. I can provide evidence for this,” he added, underscoring the authenticity of their bond.
Addressing the Spread of False Information
Kim Sae Ron’s husband expressed frustration with the spread of unverified claims, specifically calling out YouTuber Lee Jin Ho, Director Kwak Tae Young, and her former manager for disseminating false narratives about their relationship. He refuted their portrayals of a violent or turbulent marriage, citing a handwritten card from Kim Sae Ron as proof of their amicable connection.
“Our relationship can be told from the last handwritten card Kim Sae Ron gave me. We both decided that it would be better to quietly void the marriage without letting people know that we had been wed for a short time overseas. But false information about our personal lives and marriage, and unconfirmed claims from her ex-boyfriend, were spread through recordings…” — Kim Sae Ron’s husband
He made this statement despite his ongoing grief, driven by a need to protect Kim Sae Ron’s legacy from what he sees as malicious distortions.
A Call for Truth and Respect
Kim Sae Ron’s husband’s statement paints a picture of a brief but genuine relationship that ended by mutual agreement, not coercion or scandal. His decision to speak out reflects his struggle to balance personal pain with the need to counter harmful rumors.
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