Actor Lee Sang Yeob Swept Off His Feet by Wife’s Beauty: “Everything Was in Slow Motion”
Popular South Korean actor Lee Sang Yeob is letting the world know just how smitten he is with his wife! In a recent appearance on SBS’s Dolsing Fourmen, Lee Sang Yeob shared the endearing story of how he fell in love with his wife, revealing a whirlwind romance that left him speechless.

Lee Sang Yeob’s journey to love began after a lonely day of filming. Craving connection, he called a friend asking to be introduced to someone special. His friend then shared his wife’s Instagram account, and upon seeing her photos, Lee Sang Yeob felt an instant spark. A sense of familiarity struck him, prompting him to ask his friend to make the introduction.
After exchanging messages, Lee Sang Yeob, eager to meet the woman behind the captivating photos, offered to pick her up from work. He described the moment he saw her waiting in person as if it were straight out of a movie: “I saw her with her hands in her pocket. At that moment, I felt as if everything was in slow motion.”
Lee Sang Yeob continued to gush about his wife’s beauty, detailing her stunning appearance in a high-collar coat and her captivating eyes. He admitted to being so mesmerized that he forgot to unlock the car door, leaving his wife waiting momentarily.
The first date was just as magical for Lee Sang Yeob. He recounted being so captivated by his wife that the details of the restaurant, including the not-so-great food, faded into the background. “We both took a bite and then looked at each other,” Lee Sang Yeob said. “Her eyes seemed to become round when she looked at me, and she was so pretty. I don’t know, maybe it was the music, but she was so pretty.”
The couple’s connection was undeniable. When asked about the proposal, Lee Sang Yeob confessed that everything happened quickly. Their constant communication blurred the lines of time, and before he knew it, they were discussing marriage. His wife expressed a desire for a spring wedding, a sentiment Lee Sang Yeob wholeheartedly shared.

With a venue being their biggest hurdle, Lee Sang Yeob described the serendipitous turn of events that led to their special day. He was on his way to see his girlfriend when he received a call about a last-minute cancellation at a venue. Without hesitation, Lee Sang Yeob popped the question, receiving a simple yet heartwarming “Eung, okay” from his future wife. The venue deposit was wired shortly after, sealing the deal on their happily ever after.
Lee Sang Yeob and his wife tied the knot on March 24, 2024, and their love story continues to blossom. This heartwarming tale is a reminder that sometimes, the most beautiful connections can happen when you least expect them.