Source = YouTube ‘Good Lawyer-Gender Issue Research Institute’
The legal community said that the reason why actor Jung Woo-sung did not marry model Moon Ga-bi even though he acknowledged that he was the biological father of the child was “because there is a high risk of property division in the event of divorce.”
On the 25th, Se-hoon Ahn (Jeonghyang Law Firm), a divorce lawyer, posted a video titled ‘The reason why I will never get married even if Woo-sung gets a lot of criticism’ and said, “It is natural that Jung Woo-sung decided not to marry Moon Ga-bi and only give her child support. “he said.
Lawyer Ahn revealed that there are two ways for Jung Woo-sung to take responsibility for the child. “The first is to get married and take responsibility, and the second is to not get married and only send child support,” he said. “The first is to not get criticized and protect his image.” “I receive support and applause from many people,” he explained.
He added, “(Jung Woo-sung) chose this even though it was clear that he would receive a lot of criticism if he chose number 2,” and added, “Given the estimation of Jung Woo-sung’s wealth, this decision was natural.”
Attorney Ahn estimated Jung Woo-sung’s assets based on an article posted on a blog in 2021, saying, “Jung Woo-sung received more than 700 million won in modeling fees per CF, and it appears he received 100 million won per drama appearance fee,” adding, “Advertising revenue is over 40 billion won. It appears that he holds more than 20 billion won in real estate, and although this was three years ago, his assets are now at least 60 billion won. “It could have been 100 billion,” he said.
He said, “(Jung Woo-sung) may live well if he gets married, but if he gets divorced, there is a scary rule in Korea called ‘5 years of cost-effectiveness, 10 years of promise.'” He added, “After 5 years, 18 billion won, 30% of the fortune, and 10 years.” He argued, “After this, a 50%, or 30 billion won, property division must be paid. If the person has a lot of property, the property division may not be this much, but it will be at least close to 10 billion won.”
Lawyer Ahn said, “From Jung Woo-sung’s perspective, if Moon Ga-bi is someone he hasn’t dated yet and he has a child and has to pay close to 10 billion won, it can be a bit much.”
He continued, “As reported, if (Jung Woo-sung) chooses to only pay child support, our court determines child support by income range, and 12 million won or more is the highest range,” adding, “Anything above that, 20 million won, 30 million won, or 100 million won will not be considered child support at all.” “Because it is not in the ticket section, no matter how much you give, it will not amount to 3 million won per month.”
Attorney Ahn said, “The obligation to pay child support is until the child becomes an adult, so if you give 36 million won a year, even over 20 years, it will only be 720 million won.” He added, “Jung Woo-sung pays his child 10 million won and 20 million won a month.” Even if offered, it is more advantageous to choose this option, so the reason why I did not choose to get married even though I was criticized so much is because marriage is much more risky. “Because,” he said.
At the end of the video, he pointed out, “The tone of our court’s property division ruling is contributing to the increased risk of marriage.”
He said, “If Jung Woo-sung (spouse) had fed and supported Jung Woo-sung before he became a top star, it would be right to give him half of his assets as his contribution was recognized. “There is a problem with taking 50% or 30%,” he said, emphasizing that “an upper limit on property division is needed.”
Yoo Ji-hee, Hankyung.com reporter [email protected]
**Q1 for Professor Kim**: In Korean law, how does the concept of “separate property” apply to celebrities in unmarried relationships, particularly when one partner has significantly more wealth? Could Jung Woo-Sung’s financial concerns be legitimately addressed through legal means short of marriage?
## The Price of Fatherhood: A Discussion on Celebrity, Marriage, and Property Division
Welcome to World Today News. This week, we will be discussing the recent headlines about actor Jung Woo-Sung’s decision not to marry the mother of his child, model Moon Ga-Bi. We have with us two esteemed guests:
* **Professor Kim Min-Ji**, an expert in Family Law and Social Justice, will shed light on the legal implications of this situation.
* **Dr. Choi Seo-Young**, a sociologist specializing in celebrity culture and gender dynamics, will provide insight into the broader social context.
Let’s delve into this complex issue.
**Section 1: Personal Responsibility vs. Legal Obligations**
* **Q1 for Professor Kim**: The article cites Lawyer Ahn’s view that Jung Woo-Sung’s decision is primarily driven by financial risk in case of divorce. How does Korean law stipulate property division in such situations? Are there any provisions for celebrities with vastly different financial standings?
* **Q2 for Dr. Choi**: Do you think society expects celebrities like Jung Woo-Sung to behave differently when it comes to personal relationships and responsibility? Does this perceived expectation play a role in his decision?
**Section 2: The Impact of Property Division Laws**
* **Q3 for Professor Kim**: Lawyer Ahn suggests that the court’s approach to property division discourages marriage, particularly for high-earning individuals. How would you assess this claim? What are the potential consequences of this perception for the institution of marriage?
* **Q4 for Dr. Choi**: Jung Woo-Sung’s decision has sparked debate about traditional gender roles and expectations. Do you think this case reflects a broader shift in societal attitudes towards marriage and financial responsibility within families?
**Section 3: The Role of Ante-Nuptial Agreements**
* **Q5 for Professor Kim**: Could a prenuptial agreement have mitigated some of the financial concerns in this situation? How common are they in Korea, especially among celebrities? What are the potential ethical implications of such agreements?
* **Q6 for Dr. Choi**: Does the current discourse surrounding Jung Woo-Sung’s situation overlook the agency of Moon Ga-Bi? How might this case highlight the need for a more nuanced and equitable understanding of power dynamics in celebrity relationships?
**Concluding Thoughts**
We thank Professor Kim and Dr. Choi for their insightful perspectives on this complex and relevant issue. This case raises crucial questions about the intersection of celebrity culture, family law, and evolving societal norms.
The conversation continues on our website and social media. We invite our viewers to share their thoughts on this topic.
