Jang Ki-ha and Yoon Ga-yi Confirm Relationship: A 19-Year Age Gap Singer-Actress Couple Emerges
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- South Korean actress Yoon Ga-yi (25) and singer Jang Ki-ha (44) are confirmed to be in a relationship.
- The couple, who have a 19-year age gap, met on the set of 'SNL Korea Reboot Season 4' in 2023 and bonded over shared interests in music and film.
- Jang Ki-ha is a solo artist and composer known for his unique musical style, while Yoon Ga-yi is an actress who debuted in 2019 and has appeared in various films and dramas.
South Korean actress Yoon Ga-yi, 25, and singer Jang Ki-ha, 44, are officially dating, their agencies confirmed on June 27. The couple, who share a significant 19-year age difference, reportedly began their relationship after meeting in 2023.
Their paths first crossed when Yoon Ga-yi appeared as a host and Jang Ki-ha was part of the crew on the variety show 'SNL Korea Reboot Season 4'. Sources indicate that their relationship developed from this professional encounter, fueled by common interests in music and film. They have reportedly been dating for two years.
Jang Ki-ha, born in February 1982, is a well-regarded artist in the Korean music scene. He first gained prominence with his band 'Jang Ki-ha and the Faces' before embarking on a successful solo career as a singer-songwriter and producer. His distinctive musicality has earned him critical acclaim, and he has also lent his talents to film, serving as the music director for movies such as 'Milyeon' and 'Veteran 2'. He has also acted in television series and films.
Yoon Ga-yi made her acting debut in the 2019 film 'Seonhee and Joy'. She has since appeared in a number of notable productions, including the dramas 'The Garden of Evening Mists' (2023), 'Revenant' (2023), 'Family Plan' (2024), and 'My Perfect Secretary' (2025). She also gained recognition for her appearances on 'SNL Korea Reboot' seasons 4 and 5, and shared her daily life on the MBC show 'I Live Alone'. Her upcoming projects include a role in the anticipated Netflix series 'All of Us Are Dead Season 2'.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.