During the June 29 episode of SBS variety show Really, But Seriously!, the full lineup of first-generation girl group Baby VOX – Kim EZ, Lee Hee Jin, Shim Eun Jin, Kan Mi Youn and Yoon Eun Hye – appeared as guests.
Discussing her personal life, Yoon Eun Hye revealed that she hasn’t dated anyone in about 13 years. “I stopped drinking and started living a more holy life, so I haven’t dated in about 13 years. I didn’t think about it before, but now I think about it.”
When asked about her ideal type, the actress emphasized that religion is one of her most important requirements. “He must be Christian. He must have a strong faith because that is how we can communicate.”
Host Tak Jae Hoon then asked her how she would react if her ideal man was Buddhist. Yoon Eun Hye replied candidly, “It wouldn’t work. I’d rather he had no religion.”
Fellow cast member Lee Sang Min then jokingly asked what she would do if her future husband refused to pay tithing. Yoon Eun Hye laughed and replied, “I think I would pay for it myself.”
After the broadcast, clips of Yoon Eun Hye’s remarks quickly spread across online communities and social media, drawing mixed reactions. Some netizens criticized his comments, saying:
- He seemed to be ignoring other religions.
- It’s disappointing that you seem to exclude a specific faith.
- It’s understandable to have personal beliefs, but he could have expressed them more carefully.
- Having an ideal type is different than saying an entire religion is unacceptable.
Others defended the actress, arguing that religion can be an important factor in choosing a life partner. Supportive comments included:
- Faith is an important part of marriage for many people.
- She was simply honest about her values.
- People read too much into his comments.
Yoon Eun Hye has never hidden her devotion to Christianity. In 2023, a testimonial video of the actress gained attention online after she was seen praying passionately during a church service. She also appeared in the Christian television drama Go Go Song, produced by CGNTV, and has often shared moments from her faith journey through YouTube and social media. Given his long-standing commitment to Christianity, many fans noted that his comments were consistent with beliefs he had openly expressed for years.
Yoon Eun Hye’s remarks have reignited discussion about the line between personal dating preferences and statements that can be perceived as excluding others. While some believe that choosing a partner with shared religious beliefs is a deeply personal decision, others believe that public comments rejecting a specific religion can easily be interpreted differently.
As the discussion continues online, the actress has not released any additional statements regarding the controversy.
Sources: Nate News
