‘I Am SOLO’ stars Hyeon Suk and Yeong Sik announce breakup

Hyeon Suk and Yeong Sik, who connected during the Season 28 divorcee special of SBS Plus and ENA's 'I Am SOLO', have decided to go their separate ways. The pair drew significant attention after developing a romantic relationship outside the program despite not becoming a final couple during the broadcast, making their breakup noteworthy for a different reason.

On the 15th, Hyeon Suk confirmed her breakup with Yeong Sik via SNS. When netizens inquired about their relationship, Hyeon Suk spoke fondly of their time together, stating, “He was a good person and I was happy.”

Regarding their decision to split, she revealed, “We decided to return to our respective places before it is too late, before the children grow more attached to each other.” She added, “We intend to sincerely support each other's future,” explaining the end of the relationship with relative composure.

The breakup is particularly striking because it involves more than just a simple romance; it involves the shared reality of being divorcees. As both individuals entered a new relationship while managing the complexities of previous marriages and children, it appears there were many practical factors to consider beyond romantic feelings.

Hyeon Suk emphasized to netizens expressing regret that the decision was not made hastily, noting, “The conclusion may be like this, but we made this choice after sufficient conversation with each other.” She concluded with a final greeting to fans and viewers, saying, “Thank you for your support during this time.”

The connection between the two was not completed within the confines of 'I Am SOLO.' Although they were not chosen as a final couple during the Season 28 divorcee special, they became an actual couple as they grew closer after the show. At the time, their relationship garnered considerable interest because the narrative of the program does not necessarily end when the broadcast concludes, but can continue in the real lives of the participants.

As 'I Am SOLO' focuses on the dating and marriage of ordinary participants, the real-life relationships of the cast members often remain subjects of public interest. The fact that the final choice on the show does not always align with real-life dating is one of the unique afterstories created by the program.