Retired baseball player Hwang Jae Gyun, famously known to K-pop fans as the ex-husband of T-ARA’s Jiyeon, will appear in the next episode of MBC Omniscient interfering visionwhere he opens up about his life following his retirement from professional sports and his divorce.
In the episode airing January 31, Hwang reunites with fellow 1987-born baseball legends Ryu Hyun Jin, Yang Eui Ji and Kim Hyun Soo, who throw a warm and playful retirement party for him. The meeting is full of heartfelt banter and touching moments, showcasing their decades-long friendship. A friend teases, “It’s easier to make important decisions in life when you’re single” eliciting laughter and adding a touch of lighthearted honesty to the occasion.
Beyond the friendly banter, the episode highlights Hwang’s softer side during a visit to his longtime manager Park Shin Woong’s home. Known for his love of children, Hwang spends quality time with the Park kids, replacing the competitive spirit he once displayed on the field with a kind and loving demeanor.
At one point, Hwang moves viewers with a sincere confession: he wishes to have a child of his own one day…jokingly alluding to the possibility of entering a new chapter in his romantic life.
Hwang Jae Gyun and Jiyeon married in December 2022, but their marriage ended less than two years later. They filed for divorce mediation in October 2024, citing personality differences, and finalized their separation the following month.
Now, as Hwang enters a new phase of life, fans are curious and hopeful about what the future may hold for the beloved athlete.
