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Yoon Eun-hye reveals honest views on marriage, prioritizing faith above all else
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Yoon Eun-hye reveals honest views on marriage, prioritizing faith above all else

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • South Korean actress Yoon Eun-hye revealed her desire to marry within three years on a TV show.
  • She stated that her faith is the most crucial factor in choosing a partner, even prioritizing it over a potential spouse's perfect personality.
  • Yoon also shared that she has not dated for over 13 years, focusing on her faith and abstaining from alcohol.

South Korean actress Yoon Eun-hye, known for her role in the group Baby V.O.X., has openly discussed her views on marriage and her ideal partner. Appearing on the SBS entertainment program 'Ah, But Really,' Yoon expressed a strong desire to marry within the next three years.

I want to get married within three years.

โ€” Yoon Eun-hyeYoon Eun-hye expressing her desire to marry soon.

During the broadcast, Yoon revealed that she has abstained from dating for over a decade, dedicating the past 13 years to her faith and sobriety. This period of focus has shifted her perspective, and she now feels ready for marriage.

I haven't dated for over 10 years. I focused on my faith and quit drinking, and before I knew it, 13 years had passed.

โ€” Yoon Eun-hyeYoon Eun-hye explaining her long hiatus from dating.

When discussing her ideal partner, Yoon emphasized that while she considers personality, looks, and charm, her faith is the absolute most important criterion. She humorously stated that if a potential partner were Buddhist, she would pay their tithes for them, and firmly declared that a Buddhist spouse would not be acceptable, though someone of no religious affiliation would be fine. She also mentioned preferring someone who is fun and does not smoke or drink.

It's not okay if they are Buddhist. It's okay if they have no religion.

โ€” Yoon Eun-hyeYoon Eun-hye stating her religious requirements for a spouse.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.