South Korean actor Song Joong-Ki announced that he is officially married and is expecting his first child with his wife, former British actress Katy Louise Saunders.
On Monday, the 37-year-old actor penned a heartfelt letter addressed to his fans to convey the "precious and happy news."
"I have promised to continue life together with Katy Louise Saunders, who has been by my side supporting me and who I have spent valuable time with while cherishing each other," Song wrote as translated by Korean media outlet Soompi.
"She has a kind heart, and she has lived her life passionately. She is a sensible and amazing person to the point that I revere her," he continued.
The 'Reborn Rich' actor thanked his wife for making him a "better person," adding that they have been dreaming of creating a family together.
"We naturally dreamed of creating a happy family together. We have put in much effort to keep each other’s promises, and we are sincerely thankful as a new life has come to us," Joongki said.
According to the letter, the couple wed today.
"And today, based on our deep trust and love for each other, we are on our way back from registering our marriage to begin life as a married couple," he revealed. "As we are now, the two of us will walk our days ahead beautifully while facing the same direction."
Song confirmed his relationship with Saunders in December after photos of them together on a vacation in Bali surfaced online. Reports also claimed that the British actress accompanied the actor in Singapore for the promotion of his drama “Reborn Rich.”
It said that Joongki is not hiding his relationship because he even introduced his girlfriend to the drama staff.
Toward the end of his letter, Joongki extended his gratitude to his fans who "always cherish me no matter what."
"Especially following the wishes and support of Ki Aile (Song Joong Ki’s fan club) who provide the greatest strength to me throughout my acting career, I will work to fly higher as an actor and individual with the wings of greater responsibility and passion."
"I hope everyone will be happy and healthy until the day I can greet you in person."
Joong Ki was previously married to his co-"Descendants of the Sun" actor Song Hye-Kyo.
The former Song-Song couple parted ways in June 2019, after getting married for two years. It was reported that the two were unable to "overcome their indifference."
