South Korean actress Clara finalized her divorce from Korean-American businessman Samuel Hwang in August after six years of marriage, her agency confirmed on Friday.
The decision was reached by mutual agreement after “long and careful discussions” between the two, according to the official statement from the KHS Agency.
Clara, whose birth name is Lee Sung-min, married Hwang in a private ceremony in the United States in February 2019. Her husband is two years older than her and the couple has decided not to have children during their marriage. Although they completed the legal process in August, the agency postponed the public announcement until October to respect the wishes of both families and allow time for mutual understanding.
Through her agency, the actress expressed her regret at the timing and nature of the news. “I apologize for having to share this unfortunate news with everyone who supported me,” Clara said. She added that she feels deeply sorry for causing concern among her fans and supporters
Clara debuted as actress in 2006 with the KBS2 drama “The Invisible Man Choi Jang Soo”. He gained wider recognition through roles in series such as “High Kick!” (2006), “Creating Destiny” (2009–10), “Goddess of Marriage” (2013) and “Emergency Couple” (2014), and later expanded her career into the Chinese market. Known for her international appeal, she has balanced projects in both Korea and China, while engaging followers through her YouTube channel and social media platforms.
Throughout her marriage, Clara often shared glimpses of her personal life online, posting affectionate messages and photos with Hwang. Yet despite his previous public expressions of enduring love, the couple ultimately chose to part ways amicably
KHS Agency thanked fans for understanding the late announcement and asked for continued support for Clara’s future endeavors. “We ask for your kind understanding and continued encouragement as Clara continues to pursue her career,” the statement read
As Clara turns the page on this chapter of her life, is ready to return to the screen. The actress has projects lined up for later this year and continues to explore roles that showcase her versatility. His fans can expect new updates on his official channels in the coming weeks.
Clara’s divorce marks the end of a significant personal journey, but it also sets the stage for her next professional steps. The actress’s resilience and dedication to her craft suggests she will approach this transition with the same commitment she has shown throughout her career.
