On the morning of November 2, South Korean media lit up with news about Park Jae Won, the 10-year-old son of famous actress Lee Yo Won, who fascinated netizens after his photos spread on social media. The boy quickly became a hot topic thanks to his handsome features, bright demeanor and confident presence.
What attracted even more attention was the fact that Park Jae Won appeared in the same frame with Lee Joon Hoo, the son of superstar couple Lee Byung Hun and Lee Min Jung. It turns out that the two boys are not only close friends but also teammates who share a deep passion for the sport.
In April, during an appearance on the variety show Dolsing FourmenLee Yo Won revealed this delightful link: “Lee Joon Hoo and my son play basketball and ice hockey together. They have different roles: Joon Hoo is tall and plays center, while my son is medium height but very fast, so he plays defense. They have known each other since they were little and work really well together.”
Lee Yo Won also expressed how proud she is of her son’s athletic activities: “I have watched many basketball games and I still have those memories. Looking at my son now, he really seems like a real basketball player. When I see children imitate adult players, I am always impressed. Each of them has their own charm. I hope they continue to play with joy and create many wonderful memories.”
Born in 1980, Lee Yo Won began her career at just 17 years old and rose to fame across Asia with leading roles in hit dramas such as Queen Seondeok, Surgeon Bong Dal-hee, 49 daysAND 70s fashion. In the world of Korean entertainment, she is famously nicknamed the “ultimate ageless beauty” due to her strikingly youthful appearance. Now 45, Lee Yo Won continues to radiate charm and freshness, easily rivaling women in their twenties.
The actress married businessman and former professional golfer Park Ji Won in 2003. The couple has three children together, a son and two daughters.
