Hwang Jung Eum recently admitted that she was seeing basketball player Kim Jong Kyu (Wonju DB Promy).

On July 22, a representative from the agency Y1 Entertainment told Star News, "They have recently developed feelings for each other. However, it is still at a cautious stage," acknowledging the romantic relationship between Hwang Jung Eum and the basketball star.

Earlier, Edaily reported that Hwang Jung Eum was recently spotted on a date with basketball star Kim Jong Kyu in a public place. According to the report, the two became acquainted during a difficult time for Hwang Jung Eum, grew closer, and are currently getting to know each other.

Korean netizens gave mixed responses to Hwang Jung Eum's latest dating news as some believe it is too early for the actress to date and some asking whether she has finalized her divorce.

Korean netizens commented:

"It's funny how people give advice. The ex-husband met all sorts of people even during their marriage, so what's wrong with dating after the divorce? She has plenty of money and is responsible, so she'll raise the kids well. At this point, it's something to be thankful for that she's not having bad thoughts or feeling depressed."

"Usually, women who have poor judgment in men tend to repeat their mistakes."

"She really has had quite a turbulent life~."

"Isn't she still not divorced yet? Then she's still in the marriage period... Announcing a romantic relationship... What is this..."

"She must be someone who can't be alone."

"Has she finalized her divorce? Isn't it too early?"

"What can you do~ She must be tired of men by now, but it seems she can't live without one."

"How long has it been since she got divorced? Can't she live without a man? And with a young child too? LOL."

"She should wait until the lawsuit is over to start dating."

"They probably both see it as just a casual relationship. Hwang Jung Eum would be crazy to get married again."

"She can date shortly after getting divorced. People should mind their own business. Tsk tsk."

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