Gaeko and Kim Su-mi Conclude 15-Year Marriage, Update SNS

Gaeko of Dynamic Duo and influencer Kim Su-mi have decided to part ways after 15 years of marriage, reflecting their separation on social media. On January 16, both announced their divorce via personal social media accounts. Gaeko noted that after many discussions over the past year, they agreed to respect each other’s lives and conclude their marital relationship, while also emphasizing their commitment to co-parenting. Kim Su-mi echoed this sentiment and requested that the public refrain from speculation. Following their announcement, they deleted all photos together from their accounts, although Gaeko still follows Kim Su-mi on social media. The couple, who married in 2011 and have two children, had a wedding shortly after Kim Su-mi became pregnant while Gaeko was serving his military duty.

The divorce between Gaeko and Kim Su-mi comes as a shock to many fans, despite being a personal decision. Both have significant roles in their respective careers, with Gaeko being a long-standing figure in the Korean hip-hop scene as a member of Dynamic Duo. Given the public interest surrounding their announcement, attention will likely focus on their future endeavors as well.

Kim Su-mi, apart from her influencer status, has successfully built her own brand as an entrepreneur. There's growing curiosity about how her personal brand and public image will evolve following the divorce. This separation carries implications that extend beyond their marriage, affecting the influencer and entertainment ecosystem they are a part of.

Marriage and divorce are intrinsic aspects of human experiences, even for celebrities. Gaeko and Kim Su-mi have chosen their own paths, demonstrating the importance of family values during this time. The impact they leave on the public could spark broader conversations about marriage and divorce in Korean society as well.

This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.