Feeling old yet, 2nd generation K-pop fans? Celebrity couple Hoon and Ji Seon are set to embark on their journey to parenthood as they’re now soon-to-be parents. 

On Thursday, October 4, Hoon of the boy group U-KISS announced that his wife, former Girl’s Day member Hwang Ji Seon, is pregnant with their first child. Alongside the ultrasound photo of the baby, Hoon also wrote an affectionate caption to celebrate the good news.

“An incredibly precious and cherished new life, for which we had been desperately hoping and waiting, has found its way to us,” the 32-year old singer warmly said.

Moreover, Hoon also articulated his promise to be a good father so that their child would grow up healthy and full of love and blessings. “I will do my best as a father for the sake of my wife who has worked hard, and our baby who is growing healthily,” he stated.

According to Hoon, the baby has now reached 27 weeks. 

More about Hoon and Ji Seon

For those who don’t know, Hoon is the youngest member of the boy group U-KISS. Said act made its debut in 2008. However, Hoon was not part of the initial lineup as he was only added to the group in 2011 alongside three more members.

After the group’s contract with NH Media expired in 2021, U-KISS promoted as a three-member group after Hoon, Soohyun, and Seop signed with Tango Music. In June 2023, it was announced that former members Alexander, Eli, and AJ rejoined the group. Moreover, U-KISS recently celebrated their 15th debut anniversary, as well.

On the other hand, Hwang Ji Seon, is known as a former member of the girl group Girl’s Day. After her departure from Girl’s Day, the singer made her comeback with new groups New.FO, and ShaFLA. But both groups only disbanded after some time. Since then, Ji Seon has remained out of the spotlight. 

In May 2022, the U-KISS member shared a handwritten letter announcing his marriage to Hwang Ji Seon. Shortly after, the couple held a private wedding ceremony.

With the couple’s pregnancy announcement, Hoon now joins the “dad line” in U-KISS. In 2016, members Eli and Dongho both became fathers to baby boys. In 2019, former U-KISS member Kibum also revealed that he and his wife welcomed their first son. 

Featured image: U-KISS’ Hoon tied the knot with Hwang Ji Seon. Credit: Website/Soompi