Actors Gong Min-jeong and Jang Jae-ho have welcomed a new addition to their family.

On the 7th, their agency, Fantagio, released an official statement:

“Actress Gong Min-jeong gave birth to a daughter on the 2nd. Both mother and baby are healthy and are resting under the care of their family.”

Gong Min-jeong shared her emotions, saying, “I am deeply moved by the arrival of such a precious little life. Becoming a mother has made me respect all the mothers in the world.” She also expressed her gratitude, saying, “I sincerely thank everyone who supported and congratulated me.”

Gong Min-jeong married fellow actor Jang Jae-ho in September last year and announced her pregnancy three months later, in December. The two actors initially portrayed a married couple in the tvN drama Marry My Husband before becoming a real-life couple.

Below is the full statement from Gong Min-jeong’s agency, Fantagio:

Hello,

This is Fantagio.

We are pleased to share that actress Gong Min-jeong, a member of Fantagio, gave birth to a daughter on the 2nd (Thursday).

Both the mother and the baby are healthy and are currently resting with their family’s support. Gong Min-jeong shared her thoughts, saying:

“It is truly mysterious and touching that such a precious little life has come to us. Becoming a mother has made me respect all the mothers in the world. I sincerely thank everyone who encouraged and congratulated me.”

We extend our gratitude to everyone who has sent their warm support and blessings to Gong Min-jeong and her family as they welcome this precious new life.

Please continue to show love and support for Gong Min-jeong and her future endeavors.

Thank you.

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