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Source: BNTNews

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February 6, 2015

Go So Young's first public appearance after giving birth to her second child

Source: STARN News

On February 6th, a special event hosted by jewelry brand 'Van Cleef & Arpels' was held at Hotel Shilla, which is located in Jangchoongdong, Seoul.

Actress Go So Young attended the event in a sleeveless blue dress. She looked a bit swollen because she recently gave birth to her second child, but she still mesmerized everyone with her beauty.

Meanwhile, Go So Young recently donated 100 million KRW to a charity that supports single mothers and their children.

/Reporting by Kim Dong-Joo en@starnnews.com

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Source: STARN News

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March 9, 2015

The 10 best South Korean celebrity bride and groom wedding ensembles of all time

by Shelly M on Dramafever

Ladies love picking out that beautiful gown to walk down the aisle. We may even pick two or three dresses to find the perfect dress to wear to the reception. However, a wedding look isn't complete without your groom choosing the best tux for him.

Your favorite South Korean celebrities excel in choosing the perfect wedding dress and tux combination. Ten celebrities in particular are great examples of how a couple should look at the altar.

1. Lee Bo Young and Ji Sung

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Classic! The Kill Me Heal Me star looked like the A-list actor he is in a stylish navy suit and sleek hairstyle. The I Hear Your Voice actress's lovely gown resembles another version of Duchess Kate Middleton's wedding dress. 

2. Yoo Ji Tae and Kim Hyo Jin

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The Healer actor and the Mary Stayed out All Night actress looked like two adorable figurines on the top of a wedding cake! I love his simple black tux, and her elegant figure-hugging mermaid dress must have started a trend.

3. Sunye and James Pak

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The Wonder Girls singer and her Christian missionary husband dressed like Prince Charming and Cinderella. Their breathtaking attire was fairy tale-inspired.

4. Lee Min Jung and Lee Byung Hun

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The Sly and Single Again actress and the IRIS actor complimented each other in her lace Grecian inspired gown and his handsome black tux.

5. Han Hye Jin and Ki Sung Yueng

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The Jumong actress married her soccer player hubby in a royal mermaid-inspired gown. Her sporty Prince wore a crisp black tuxedo with a cute boyish hairstyle. 

6. Baek Ji Young and Jung Suk Won

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Their modern wedding attire almost has that European 15th Century vibe with the wide skirt on Baek's satin gown.The Mr. Baek actor is debonair in his classic tux and swept back hairstyle.

7. Jang Dong Gun and Ko So Young

The Apartment actress looked like a princess ready for a beach wedding with a delicate white flower in her hair. The A Gentlemen's Dignity actor maintained the ritzy groom look with a dark tux and bow tie.

8. Eugene and Ki Tae Young

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Crown them King and Queen of wedding fashion! The Baker King Kim Tak Goo actress's full and flowing gown was accented with an elegant crown that is only fit for royalty. The Live In Style actor literally shone in his silky tux.

9. Lee Hyo Ri and Lee Sang Soon

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Who doesn't love their simple yet beautiful wedding attire made for Jeju Island couples? The "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" singer's gorgeous floral crown and her musician hubby's light blue jacket scream the bright and carefree days of summer. 

10. Kwon Sang Woo and Son Tae Young 

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The Temptation actor decided to wear a gentlemen's three-piece navy colored suit to his dream wedding, while the I Am Sam actress radiated in an amazing white ball gown.

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April 10, 2015

Ko So-young vs Lee Mi-yeon vs Kim Hee-ae, gorgeous classy actresses in their forties

Source: StarNews via Hancinema.net

Ko So-young, Lee Mi-yeon and Kim Hee-ae, representing the A-list actresses in their forties are arriving at the Moment in Style party, by "Jimmy Choo" and designer Jeong Yoon-gi, which takes place at Muii flagship store in Cheongdam-dong, Seoul on April 10th.

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May 18, 2015

Lee Byung Hun and Lee Min Jung Move into Jang Dong Gun and Go So Young’s Old Home

Soompi

​According to Lee Byung Hun’s management agency BH Entertainment, the actor and his wife Lee Min Jung have moved into fellow A-list couple Jang Dong Gun and Go So Young’s home in Samseong-dong, Seoul.

A BH Entertainment representative told OSEN, “They moved in April, and they decided on the move for work and childrearing-related reasons.”

Since the birth of his son in late March, Lee Byung Hun has been busy going back and forth between the United States and Korea for filming. The actor is currently working on a number of Hollywood films, including “Terminator: Genisys,” which is slated for a July release, and “The Magnificent Seven.”

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May 19, 2015

Lee Byung Hun and Lee Min Jung move into Jang Dong Gun and Go So Young’s former luxury home

Source: Koreaboo

Despite all the twists and turns this couple has been through within the last year, actor Lee Byung Hun and actress Lee Min Jung have recently moved into a home that was previously owned by celebrity couple Jang Dong Gun and Go So Young.

On May 19th, K STAR: Hallyu Reports revealed that Lee Byung Hun and Lee Min Jung recently moved into the luxury homes located in Samsungdong, Seoul with their newborn son after obtaining a certified copy of their real estate registrar.

K STAR reported that the couple signed a 2.5 billion Korean Won (approximately 2.3 million U.S. Dollars) lease for the luxury villa on April 28th and have moved into the home not long after. It was also revealed that the Lee’s new home was actually previously leased by actor and actress Jang Dong Gun and Go So Young and their two young children.

A real estate specialist explained to the publication agency that, “Many celebrities favor this ‘S’ luxury villa located in Samsungdong, Seoul because of its easy-access location to the major transportation point in the city and for its impenetrable home security system.”

In response to this news, Lee Byung Hun’s agency BH Entertainment stated to different media portal, “Due to the infant care of their newborn child and also other scheduling conflicts, the couple decided to make a move to a new home. But most importantly, they chose to move [to this home location] because it is close to Lee Min Jung’s parents’ home.”

The agency, however, was unsure of whether of not the Lee’s were aware of their new home being previously tenanted by a celebrity couple, “We cannot be certain if they had prior knowledge about the home being previously lived-in by Jang Dong Gun and Go So Young while they were looking into leasing this villa.”

Source: K STAR, Sports Seoul, and STARin

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June 4, 2015

Seo In Young Tells About Her Story With Ko So Young

Source: BNTNews

[by Woorim Ahn] Seo In Young revealed a special episode with actress Ko So Young. 

She said, “I got to stop showing obsession to my appearance because of Ko So Young’s advice” and talked about a story when Ko So Young and Jang Dong Gun came in front of her house, but let them go back home. 

She continued, “I had to put thick makeup on before I went out somewhere. One day, they came in front of my house to eat together so I was so embarrassed. I thought it would take a while for me to get ready, so I just made them go back home. Ko So Young was so disappointed as I knew of.”

Afterwards, they went on a trip and Ko So Young said, “Why are you making yourself tired? Just relax and live as you are” and Seo In Young got to give up her thick makeup and her high heels. 

Seo In Young said, “Because of Ko So Young’s advice, I gave up most of the things in my life” and made everyone laugh. 

Meanwhile, Seo In Young and Ko So Young’s story will air on MBC ‘Three Wheels’ on June 5. (photo by MBC)

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Ko So-young is about to come back on big screen soon

 

It is said that A-list actress Ko So-young is about to come back on big screen.

Since she got married to her actor husband Jang Dong-gun, who co-starred in the romance movie, 'Love Wind, Love Song', 1998, she has been staying away from any formal acting career so far.

According to multiple sources in movie industry, although many scenarios have been sent to her, she has rejected all the offers for various reasons. However, the sources say it is evident she has started considering the offers actively.

During her interview with a fashion magazine last year, Ko So-young said, "He always reviews scenarios with me and shares his ideas about it. Not as a fellow actor. But for it's more for his wife" She also mentioned "Jang Dong-gun pays more detailed attention and supports me in terms of selecting my next project".

Ko So-young had said at the time "I'd like to balance parenting as a mom and my acting career as an actress and do both well".

Since Ko So-young emerged as a beautiful actress through the horror movie, 'The Fox with Nine Tails', 1994, she later successfully established her position as the iconic youth star for her role Ro-mi in 'Beat', 1997.

 

Source: http://tr.im/2ktJI

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July 27, 2015

More stars turning to private weddings

Top stars have usually celebrated their marriage at a five-star hotel. Actors Jang Dong-gun and Ko So-young's wed at Hotel Shilla in Seoul in 2010.

 
Jang Dong-gun and Ko So-young / Yonhap

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September 14, 2015

Go So Young in Talks for New Film After Eight-Year Hiatus from the Big Screen

Source: Soompi

Actress Go So Young is currently in talks for upcoming movie “Madame Freedom.”

Movie industry insiders reported on September 15 that Go So Young is currently considering an offer for the leading role in “Madame Freedom.”

The movie is based on the 1954 novel of the same title, which has been made into a movie in 1956. “The Scarlet Letter” director Byuk Hyuk will be directing the film.

If Go So Young accepts the role, it will be her first big screen comeback in eight years. Her last movie was in 2007 when she starred in “Project Makeover.”

After marrying actor Jang Dong Gun in 2010, Go So Young has been on a hiatus from acting.

Source: (1)

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Published on September 18, 2015 by K STAR 한류스타 리포트 & 생방송 스타뉴스

 

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September 18, 2015

Go So Young, a selfie with Jang Dong Gun

Source: Innolife.com

Actress Go So Young showed off her love with husband Jang Dong Gun.

Go So Young posted a photo on her Instagram with comment, “Forever friends” on September 18th. She released a selfie with Jang Dong Gun.

In the released photo, Go So Young and Jang Dong Gun are smiling brightly, leaning on each other. They showed off their unchanging beauty as a visual couple.

Meantime, Jang Dong Gun and Go So Young couple married in 2010. [Photo=Go So Young’s Instagram]

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News bites: September 20, 2015
by awcoconuts | Dramabeans.com

Timeless beauty Go So-young (wife to Jang Dong-gun and a huge star in her own right in the ‘90s and early 2000s) is being wooed to make her comeback in Freedom Wife, a film to be based on a 1954 novel written by Jung Bi-seok (previously turned into a film in 1956, the content made waves at the time). The remake will be a present-day look at the wives of Cheongdam-dong, and director Byun Hyuk (The Scarlet Letter) hopes to begin filming before the end of the year. If Go accepts, this would mark her return after an 8-year hiatus from acting. [Star News]

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September 25, 2015

Actress Ko So-young ditches contract after outcry

SEOUL, Sept. 25 (Yonhap) -- Actress Ko So-young said Friday she has canceled a contract with a Japanese financial company after the firm was accused of doing business with local loan sharks.

Ko, who is married to actor Jang Dong-geon, had been modeling for J Trust Group since earlier this month. She has drawn criticism for advertising moneylenders who are notorious here for encouraging a wasteful lifestyle.

In a statement Friday, Ko expressed a "sincere apology" for sparking the controversy.

"I'd decided (to model) because I wanted to emphasize the group's brand image as one that is growing in many areas," she said. "After hearing the news, however, I realized there were things I'd overlooked.

"As an actress, wife and mother, I'll try to return the love and support I've received by becoming a responsible and mature citizen of this society," she added.

J Trust Group, meanwhile, denied ties with moneylenders.

"We have 26 subsidiaries all over Asia, but not one is doing the moneylending business we are accused of," the group said in a statement. "It's regretful that the controversy surrounds matters that aren't true, but we've decided to respect Ko's wish. The contract has been canceled without problems."

  

South Korean actress Ko So-young. (Yonhap) South Korean actress Ko So-young. (Yonhap)

sojungpark@yna.co.kr

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September 25, 2015

Ko So-young cancels ad contract over money-lender outcry

Source: The Korea Times

/Korea Times file

Actress Ko So-young, 42, has canceled a contract for a TV commercial for a Japanese company that has a money-lending business.

Ko was criticized for shooting the commercial for Japanese company "J Trust Group," which has several subsidiaries that lend money with interest as high as 29.2 percent.

The actress has made a few commercials since she married actor Jang Dong-gun in 2010.

Ko said the company had agreed to cancel the contract and she was sorry to have worried fans. She said she did not pay enough attention to the commercial until media reports about the company. 

Ko So-young from the controversial TV commercial for a Japanese company known as "J Group," which operates a money-lending business through subsidiaries. / Courtesy of Naver blog

Ko debuted in 1992 in a KBS TV series. She has only appeared in TV commercials in the past eight years.

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September 25, 2015

Go So Young releases an official statement regarding the recent advertisement contract termination issue    

Source: STARN News

Go So Young released an official statement regarding the recent advertisement contract termination issue.

On September 25th, actress Go So Young said, "First of all, I would like to make a sincere apology to everyone for causing concerns."

Go So Young went on, "In August, I made an advertisement contract with a Japanese financial corporation called J Trust. I made my decision after looking over the advertisement's concept and scenario, but I realized that there was a part that I missed later on."

Go So Young continued, "I requested J Trust to terminate my advertisement contract, and the corporation also accepted my request."

Go So Young lastly added, "I promise to do my best to become a more responsible and mature person. Thank you for your understanding."

/Reporting by Kim Dong-Joo en@starnnews.com

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September 26, 2015

Ko nixes endorsement deal

Source: INSIDE Korea JoongAng Daily

Actress Ko So-young canceled an endorsement deal on Friday with the J Trust Group, a Japan-based financial group. 

The 43-year-old actress immediately came under fire for promoting the business on Wednesday after her TV commercial aired, particularly because the group is known to give out private loans with interests rates as high as 40 percent. 

Critics claimed it was inappropriate for Ko to promote a loan-sharking business as a public figure. 

“I told the company to cancel the endorsement deal and the company accepted my decision,” she responded in a press release. 

“Since the main concept of the TV commercial focused on the growth of the company, I thought it would be OK,” she added. 

Ko started her career in 1992, and has taken a break from acting since 2007. However, over the years, she has appeared in a number of television commercials. 

The actress wed actor Jang Dong-gun in 2010 and has two children with him. 

The pair is often referred to as Korea’s answer to “Brangelina,” the portmanteau referring to Hollywood power couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. 

Ko is reportedly reviewing a couple of scripts in preparation to return to the silver screen sometime next year. 

By Sung So-young 

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October 8, 2015

Star actors donate 100 million won to single moms

Source: The Korea Times
 
 /Yonhap

Actor couple Jang Dong-gun and Ko So-young have donated 100 million won ($862,000) to the Social Welfare Society (SWS), a non-profit social welfare corporation for single mothers and adoptees.

The couple visited SWS on Monday to donate, the corporation said.

Ko said she always felt sorry for single mothers and their babies because of the social stigma attached to them.

"I hope the social recognition about single mothers will improve so that the mothers don't have to give up raising their babies," she said.

Jang and Ko have contributed to the SWS over the past six years, and Ko has been volunteering at baby shelters.

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October 8, 2015

Jang Dong-gun·Ko So-young Donated 100M Won!

Source: BNTNews

[by Yoonjung Yi] The beautiful act of Jang Dong-gun and Ko So-young became known to the public belatedly. 

On September 15, Jang Dong-gun and Ko So-young couple donated one-hundred million won to Social Welfare Society (SWS). The contribution will be used to support single mothers and children for adoption. 

In fact, Ko So-young has been making donations to SWS under the couple’s name for 6 years, since 2010. 

During her visit to SWS, she said “Many single mothers and their children are still discriminated and misjudged by the society. I want to encourage all single mothers not to give up on their children, and to stay confident.’

Meanwhile, SWS was established in 1954, initially to support war orphans in Korea. Since, the welfare society has been providing aid to socially underprivileged children, by ways of supporting foster home care, single parents, and adoption. (photo by SWS)