On their personal pages on 1/7, Han Hye Jin and midfielder Ki Sung Yueng simultaneously shared a series of photos documenting their journey from dating and their wedding to their early years living in England and their return to Korea. Han Hye Jin wrote, "Today marks our 13th wedding anniversary. I've gathered photos of just the two of us to reminisce about old memories. Thank you, my love, for always being by my side".

Ki Sung Yueng also showered his wife with praise. "Over 13 years, from England to Korea, my Han has worked incredibly hard. Yet, you are almost unchanged from that day, only I have grown older. Let's stay together forever and be happy for a long time, my dear," the former captain of the Korean national football team wrote on Instagram.

In the comments section, many artists, football stars, and fans expressed admiration and wished them well. Audiences wrote: "13 years and they're still as sweet as day one", "May they always be as warm as this", "It's wonderful to look back at their journey through photos", "The most beautiful family", "Their love and marriage are like a romantic film".

For the past 13 years, the couple has maintained the tradition of posting memorable moments on 1/7 each year. This year, Han Hye Jin announced the launch of her YouTube channel to document her life. "I want to preserve moments with my loved ones", she stated.

According to Sports Chosun, Han Hye Jin and Ki Sung Yueng are likened by fans to the Korean version of "Vic-Beck" (Victoria and David Beckham). The famous midfielder first expressed his affection for Hye Jin as a guest on the show Healing Camp in early 2013. In July of the same year, they announced their marriage. Their relationship garnered significant media attention because the famous footballer was 8 years younger than his wife, and their courtship was quite brief.

Initially, fans worried the couple might struggle to maintain their relationship due to the age gap and geographical distance. The birth of their daughter strengthened their bond. Hye Jin lived with her husband in England when he played there; he is currently with a domestic club. Ki Sung Yueng once confided to the British press, "My wife and daughter are the motivation that helps me overcome all difficulties and loneliness while playing football abroad".

According to Starnews, Han Hye Jin and Ki Sung Yueng have stated they share similar life views and interests. For them, family comes first, and they prioritize nurturing their home.

For the past few months, Han Hye Jin has been filming in a distant province, while her husband is with the Pohang Steelers club (Gyeongsang Bac province, Korea). The couple primarily communicates via messages and Facetime calls. In mid-May, Ki Sung Yueng took advantage of a break from playing to take his wife and daughter out to eat and stroll. They emphasize valuing every moment spent together.

Despite his busy schedule, the Korean midfielder makes time to take his wife and daughter on at least five trips each year. Most of their family trips are to the beach, a place all family members enjoy.

The couple often covers their daughter Sion's face, wanting her to have a peaceful childhood. According to News 1, colleagues often tease Han Hye Jin, saying she looks as youthful as someone in their 30s at 45 years old, thanks to her younger husband's affection.

The couple on a trip to Australia late last year. Hye Jin once said she prefers a simple style and is not obsessed with luxury brands. The actress stated that most of the luxury handbags she uses were gifts from her husband. She is one of the few actresses who often appears bare-faced on social media.

The family took a souvenir photo at Watsons Bay, in the eastern suburbs of Sydney, Australia.

Han Hye Jin and Ki Sung Yueng consistently support each other's careers. Whenever his wife embarks on a new film, variety show, or musical, midfielder Ki Sung Yueng always brings flowers to show his support. Similarly, Han Hye Jin and her daughter often attend the stands to watch some of Sung Yueng's matches. Hye Jin entered the entertainment industry in her twenties, becoming a phenomenon after starring in "Be Strong, Geum Soon!" in 2005. The success of "Joo Mong" a year later brought her widespread fame across Asia. She also appeared in "The Hand of the Master", "Warm Words", "Doctor Crush", and "Divorce Attorney Shin". Ki Sung Yueng, born in 1989, is 1,89 m tall, and has played 110 times for the Korean national team. He has played for clubs such as Celtic, Scotland (2009-2012), Swansea City (England, 2012-2018), Newcastle (2018-2020), Mallorca (2020), FC Seoul (2020-2025), and Pohang Steelers (2025-present).

_Nhu Anh_

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