Park Shin Hye and Choi Tae Joon have become parents of two. The South Korean actor couple welcomed a healthy baby daughter on September 22, 2026, according to an official statement from SALT Entertainment, Park Shin Hye’s agency.
The news, shared by South Korean media outlets including Yonhap News Agency and Soompi, marks a new chapter for the couple who married in January 2022 and welcomed their first child, a son, in May of the same year. The agency confirmed that both the mother and the newborn are in good health.
SALT Entertainment Shares Official Statement
SALT Entertainment released a statement on the morning of September 22, confirming the birth. The agency’s message was simple and direct: “Park Shin Hye gave birth to a healthy daughter today”.
The full statement added, “Both the mother and the baby are currently healthy. Park Shin Hye is resting and recovering amid the love and care of her family”. The agency also thanked fans for their support and asked for warm blessings for the newborn.
“We deeply thank everyone who has generously congratulated us, and we ask for your warm blessings and support for the newborn life”.
This announcement comes about five months after the couple first confirmed the pregnancy in April 2026. At that time, the agency stated the birth was scheduled for the fall. The due date was met almost exactly as planned.
A Family of Four After Four Years
Park Shin Hye, 36, and Choi Tae Joon, 35, first became parents in May 2022, just four months after their wedding. Their son, whose name has not been widely publicized by the couple, is now about four years old.
The couple’s journey to this point has been well-documented by Korean media. They first met at Chung-Ang University, where both studied Theater and Film. They appeared together in the 2012 SBS drama The King of Dramas in cameo roles, but their relationship did not begin until later.
According to reports from Gulf News and PhilStar, the two started dating in late 2017 after being friends for about a year. Their agencies confirmed the relationship publicly in March 2018.
The couple married in a private ceremony in Seoul on January 22, 2022. The wedding was attended by close friends and family, and was officiated by a minister at a church in Gangdong-gu district.
Career Highlights For Both Stars
Park Shin Hye began her career as a child actress in 2003, appearing in the music video for singer Lee Seung Hwan’s song “Flower.” She rose to fame through dramas such as Stairway to Heaven, You’re Beautiful, The Heirs, and Pinocchio.
Her most recent project was the tvN drama Undercover Miss Hong, which concluded in March 2026. She also starred in The Judge from Hell in 2024.
Choi Tae Joon debuted in 2001 with the drama Piano. He has since appeared in shows including Missing 9, So I Married the Anti-fan, and Iron Family, which wrapped up in January 2025.
Both actors have maintained active careers since their marriage, balancing work with family life. In June 2026, the couple was spotted on a family vacation in Singapore, where Park Shin Hye was seen with her baby bump while traveling with their son.
Fans Celebrate The Happy News
Social media has been filled with congratulatory messages from fans around the world. The couple’s announcement in April had already sparked an outpouring of support, with many expressing joy at the news of another child.
One fan wrote at the time, “Ahhh, so Park Shin-hye is preparing for another little bundle of joy. Wishing her a healthy pregnancy and even more happiness ahead”. Another commented, “OMG Congratulations… I still can’t believe”.
Fans have often described Park Shin Hye and Choi Tae Joon as one of Korean entertainment’s most beloved couples. Their relationship, which grew from a college friendship into marriage and now a family of four, has been followed closely by supporters for years.
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What This Means For The Couple’s Future
The birth of their daughter brings the couple’s family to four members. Park Shin Hye had been resting during the later stages of her pregnancy, with the agency confirming in April that she would prioritize her health and prenatal care ahead of the birth.
The couple has not announced any immediate plans regarding future projects. Park Shin Hye’s last drama concluded in March 2026, and Choi Tae Joon’s most recent series ended in January 2025. Both actors have previously taken time away from work to focus on family, and fans are expected to support whatever decision they make next.
The news of the birth was reported by multiple South Korean outlets within hours of the agency’s statement, including Yonhap News Agency, Edaily, and Sports Donga.
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