Sungjun Announces Marriage and Second Child During Military Service, Scheduled for Discharge Without Return on 27th

Actor Sung Joon. Photo by Yonhap News

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Seul-gi] Actor Seongjun (30, real name Bang Seongjun) is expected to be discharged without returning to duty due to the impact of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

On the 15th, Seongjun's agency O&Entertainment stated, "Seongjun is currently on his final leave. Due to the impact of COVID-19, he is expected to be discharged without returning to the unit. His discharge date is the 27th."

Previously, Seongjun enlisted as an active-duty soldier in the army on December 18, 2018. During his military service, he later revealed news of his marriage and second child, which became a topic of interest.

At that time, Seongjun's side explained, "Seongjun applied for a service transfer recently due to his responsibility toward his wife and child, allowing him to serve the remainder of his military duty as a full-time reservist. Before enlisting, he had a civilian girlfriend with whom he had promised marriage. As his enlistment approached, a precious new life came between them, and they had to quickly proceed with the legal marriage process before he hurriedly enlisted."

Seongjun also wrote in a handwritten letter, "Around the time of enlistment, there were great changes and joyful events in my life. I found a beloved person to spend my life with. While happily planning the marriage, I learned of the baby's news."

Meanwhile, Seongjun has worked as a model for the 2001 S/S Paris Collection for Wooyoungmi and Rynshu fashion shows. He has also continued various broadcasting activities, including dramas such as 'Discovery of Romance' and 'Hyde Jekyll, Me.'

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