Lee Han-wi, 'proud' after becoming 'National Thief' with wife 19 years his junior

Actor Lee Han-wi is set to appear on the MBC talk show 'Radio Star' to share details about his marriage to his wife, who is 19 years younger than him. The episode, part of a 'Short-form Lovers' special, will feature guests Kim Jung-eun, Solbi, and Kinky alongside Lee.

Lee, born in June 1961 and currently 64 years old, debuted as a KBS talent in 1983. He has had a prolific acting career, appearing in numerous popular dramas such as 'The Great King, Sejong,' 'Autumn in My Heart,' 'Damo,' and 'Baker King, Kim Takgu.' His marriage to his wife, born in 1980, garnered significant attention due to their 19-year age gap.

During the show, Lee Han-wi will candidly discuss his married life, recalling the time he was dubbed 'National Thief' because of the age difference. He expresses a sense of pride in being seen as someone who 'triggered' marriages with significant age gaps. However, he will also confess to the realistic hardships and anxieties surrounding his marriage, aiming to evoke both laughter and empathy from the audience.

Lee will also reveal how a unique encounter during a drama filming, where his role finished earlier than expected, led to his relationship with his wife. This chance meeting eventually culminated in their marriage. The actor will also reminisce about his past as an "original fashionista," having spent hundreds of millions of won on clothing, contrasting it with his current, more subdued "sensible fashion." He plans to share anecdotes from his shopping sprees and his keen eye for detail in his current attire. Additionally, Lee will share behind-the-scenes stories from his work with director Yoon Suk-ho, known for his "Four Seasons" series, including a surprising apology he received from the director years later.