Earlier this month, actor Kwon Sang Woo’s son Kwon Ruk Hee began communicating more frequently with the public via Instagram, quickly gaining attention for his striking images. Many netizens noted that he seems to have inherited his parents’ best features, along with a tall physique reminiscent of his father.
On the morning of March 12, a photo recently shared by Ruk Hee suddenly went viral across Korean online communities and social media platforms. At 17, the teenager has impressed many with his good looks and height of around 182cm, almost matching his father Kwon Sang Woo’s height of 183cm.
Korean media also praised her appearance. A reporter from MyDaily described Ruk Hee as someone who shows “extraordinary maturity, with images that inherit the best characteristics from both her father and mother”. The photo quickly spread across the media and forums, with netizens leaving comments such as “This is incredibly beautiful” and “The genetics of this family are no joke.” Some even called the viral image a “legendary moment” for the celebrity couple’s son.
As photos of the teenager circulated online, some fans began speculating that he might soon debut as an idol or actor. However, her mother, actress Son Tae Young, quickly addressed the rumors and dismissed the speculations. When a netizen suggested that there might be a hidden reason behind Ruk Hee appearing online more often, Son Tae Young responded, “There isn’t. She’s only 17 years old and wants to conveniently use Instagram with her friends and communicate with us.”
She previously shared on her YouTube channel that her son is currently preparing for college admissions, aiming to attend New York University (NYU). The family currently lives mainly in New Jersey, USA, where their children can study in an international environment.
Apart from academics, Ruk Hee is also passionate about sports. He is a member of his school’s football team and has reportedly attracted the attention of several school teams due to his strong performances. He also shows talent in athletics. According to Son Tae Young, Ruk Hee once recorded an impressive 11.4 seconds in the 100-meter sprint at age 16, earning praise from coaches who believe she has the potential for professional athletics.
These details suggest that the 17-year-old is currently focused on his studies and sports rather than entering the entertainment industry. Kwon Sang Woo and Son Tae Young married in 2008 and have two children, their son born in 2009 and a daughter born in 2015. Before marrying Kwon Sang Woo, Son Tae Young was known for dating actor Yoon Tae Young, the son of a former Samsung executive.
Sources: Nate News
