Netizens are abuzz following actor Jung Woo Sung's admission that he is the father of model Moon Ga Bi's child.

Recently, Moon Ga Bi shared a heartfelt Instagram post announcing her decision to step away from the entertainment industry and embrace a new chapter as a mother, focusing on giving her newborn baby "a healthy and joyful life."

Shortly after, Dispatch revealed that Jung Woo Sung is the child's father. The actor and his representatives quickly confirmed the report, issuing a brief statement: "I am currently debating the best approach to the child's upbringing, and as a father, I will do my best for the child."

Reports state that Moon Ga Bi became pregnant in June 2023 and gave birth to a baby boy in March 2024. Despite this, Jung Woo Sung’s side disclosed they are still "negotiating" the situation with Moon Ga Bi's representatives, a full eight months after the child's birth. This revelation sparked widespread reactions across online forums, with netizens expressing shock, confusion, and anger.

Most criticized the brevity of Jung Woo Sung's official statement, expressing disappointment over his attempt to keep the pregnancy and birth a secret for months. Several commenters speculated that his approach of "debating the best way forward" translates to simply offering financial support rather than taking a more active role as a father.

Others defended the actor, arguing that marriage is not a "requirement" for pregnancies and that financial stability and a commitment to doing one's best for the child could suffice without formalizing a relationship with what could possibly turn into an "unhappy marriage."

Here’s a selection of netizens’ reactions:

"Only four lines, and that's the official statement?"

"Wow."

";;"

"Doing his best: giving money."

"What is this? It's ridiculous."

"Now it's going to come down to whether he avoided marriage or not..."

"How can someone who just gives money call themselves a father? You need to be within the family structure to be a dad."

"Is money really everything?"

"The baby was born in March, and they're still debating? LOL."

"A child can't be raised with money alone..."

"Getting married for a child when there's no love—wouldn't that be miserable?"

"Marriage isn’t necessary. It’s better to prioritize the child and mother’s well-being than to force a relationship."

"No one's saying they must marry. Forcing it would only cause pain. But the fact that they're still 'in discussion' about their child feels unfair to Moon Ga Bi."

The situation has reignited debates about non-traditional family dynamics, parenting roles, and the expectations placed on public figures. While some argue that financial support is a sufficient form of responsibility, others insist on the need for active parenting.

What are your thoughts?

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