Son Dongwoon, a member of the K-pop boy band Highlight (formerly BEAST), surprised fans with the announcement of his upcoming marriage. On June 27, the 32-year-old artist took to Instagram to share the news that he will tie the knot with his non-celebrity girlfriend in September.
In a heartfelt handwritten letter, Dongwoon expressed his nervousness and caution in sharing this news, fully aware that it may surprise his fans. He expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support he has received throughout his career, acknowledging that he has grown with the love and care bestowed upon him by his fans.
[ notpannchoa ] Highlight's Dongwoon announces surprise wedding! pic.twitter.com/vGOylwfNoi
— notpannchoa (@notpannchoa2) June 27, 2023
The wedding ceremony will be private, limited to only close family members and acquaintances, as his fiancée is not involved in the entertainment industry. Dongwoon emphasized his desire for a quiet, intimate celebration with his loved ones.
Highlight’s agency, Around Us Entertainment, also released a statement confirming Dongwoon’s marriage plans. They supported his decision and revealed that despite the upcoming milestone, Dongwoon intends to continue his activities as a member of Highlight, pursuing his passion as a singer-songwriter and entertainer.
[안내] Around US Ent. 입니다.
당사 소속 아티스트 하이라이트 손동운 관련된 소식을 전합니다.
— Around US Ent. (@ent_aroundus) June 27, 2023
While specific details regarding the wedding date and location were not disclosed to respect the privacy of the couple and their families, the agency urged fans to offer warm congratulations and blessings to Dongwoon and his future spouse as they embark on this new chapter in their lives.
KOMPANG!!!
HIGHLIGHT's precious maknae, Son Dongwoon just personally announced that he is getting married to a non-celebrity on his Instagram account through a handwritten letter to LIGHTs.
Around US Entertainment has also addressed it via a notice.
The wedding ceremony will… pic.twitter.com/FYTDp39Dv5
— Malaysian Kpop Fans (MKF) (@msiakpopfans) June 27, 2023
congratulations dongwoon 🫶🏼💜😭
230627 trans of his handwritten letter pic.twitter.com/SzESGatRws
— 삐두삐두 | broke world tour era (@bbidubbidu) June 27, 2023
With this announcement, Dongwoon joins the list of K-pop idols who have taken the step of marriage, including Bobby from iKON, Chen from EXO, Taeyang from Big Bang, and Choi Min-hwan from FT Island. Fans eagerly await Dongwoon’s future endeavors as he continues to shine both as an artist and a married individual.
Highlight, which debuted in 2009, consists of members Yoon Doo-joon, Yang Yo-seob, Lee Gi-kwang, and Son Dongwoon.
Congratulations, Maknae Dongwoon!
Featured Image Credit: Official HIGHLIGHT