Actress Lee Si-young has revealed that she is pregnant with her second child through the implantation of frozen embryos after divorcing her husband of eight years. As she continues to make solid strides as a mother and an actress, she has expressed her responsibility and determination regarding her decision, receiving public support.
On the 8th, Lee Si-young surprised everyone by announcing her pregnancy on social media, stating, "I am currently pregnant." This news garnered even more attention as it came shortly after she ended her eight-year marriage earlier this year.
To prevent misunderstandings and speculation, Lee Si-young clarified, "During my marriage, I prepared for a second child through IVF. However, a long time passed without the implantation of the fertilized embryo, and discussions about divorce naturally arose."
She added, "As all legal matters were being settled, coincidentally, the expiration of the five-year storage period for the embryos approached, and I had to make a choice. Facing the deadline for disposal, I made the decision to proceed with the implantation myself."
In this process, her ex-husband did not consent. Lee Si-young emphasized, "Although the other party did not agree, I intend to bear the weight of the decision I made entirely on my own." She also mentioned that there were aspects of her motherhood that were immature when she had her first child, saying, "I have always wanted a child, and I did not want to repeat the regrets I felt through Ji-yoon. I could not bring myself to dispose of the embryos that were nearing the end of their storage period."
Lee Si-young further stated, "The only reason I was able to endure my difficult marriage was that I had an angelic child who filled me with happiness, hope, and emotion. I believe that despite the many challenges that may arise in the future and the various possibilities I have considered, my current choice is the most valuable. I believe this choice is a meaningful decision in my life," showcasing her strong maternal instincts.
She continued, "Right now, I am filled with gratitude for the new life that has come to me, and I am spending a peaceful and happy time like never before. I am thankful to the baby who has come to me again, and I will live my life diligently with a deep sense of responsibility to ensure that my child lacks nothing, even if I am alone."
Lee Si-young's ex-husband, Mr. A, acknowledged in an interview with 'Dispatch' that "As Lee Si-young said, I was pregnant with our second child through IVF five years ago," adding, "However, we naturally divorced due to personality differences."
He acknowledged that Lee Si-young became pregnant without his consent but stated, "Since we are having a second child, I intend to fulfill my responsibilities as a father. I plan to discuss and proceed with anything needed for pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting." He also mentioned, "Even after separating from Lee Si-young, we have frequently communicated about raising our first child," adding, "The same goes for the second child. Both as a mother and a father, we will do our best."
As Lee Si-young courageously makes a decision to take control of her own life, netizens have shown mixed reactions.
Some netizens expressed negative reactions, saying, "I never heard of having a child after divorce," "It's a unique case," "It's a bit hard to understand," "Is it okay without the other party's consent?" and "Are there no legal issues?" However, many supportive voices emerged, stating, "This could be a case that supports women's right to self-determination," "It makes us think about family diversity," "I support this courageous decision," "It's something that deserves congratulations," "She will be a wonderful mother to her child," "It's great that she made a choice for herself," "A great and strong mother," "The happiness a child brings cannot be replaced," "Blessings for the new life. Don't mind the criticism," and "It's a new form of family like Sayuri's family."
Lee Si-young is currently making her return to TV dramas after six years with the ENA drama 'Salon de Homes,' where she meets viewers. The filming for this pre-produced work has already been completed.
In the drama, Lee Si-young plays the role of 'Detective Holmes' Gong Mi-ri, showcasing her relentless determination and high-level fact bombardment to exhaust her opponents. Having primarily performed strong action roles in the past, she presents a different character through her witty and quirky comedic acting in this work. She boldly embraces scenes that require her to let go of her image, enhancing immersion and realism, and has shown significant growth in her acting, receiving positive reviews.
[Kim So-yeon, Star Today Reporter]
