On March 17, reports revealed that Go Joon will marry his non-celebrity partner on April 5 in Seoul. According to sources, the wedding invitation includes a heartfelt message: “With someone whose touch alone brings warmth to my heart, we will walk through life together and become each other’s path.”
The news marks a joyful milestone for the 48-year-old actor, who is joining the ranks of married stars after years of dedication to his career. Go Joon debuted in 2001 and gradually built his reputation through films and dramas such as The Fiery Priest, Save Me, Oh My Baby, and Cheat On Me If You Can.
He gained widespread recognition for his performances, winning Best Supporting Actor at the SBS Drama Awards for The Fiery Priest and Best Couple Award at the KBS Drama Awards.
Behind his success lies a lesser-known struggle. The actor previously revealed that while filming Tazza 2, he suffered partial paralysis caused by shingles spreading to his brain. “I worked so hard preparing that the shingles didn’t appear on my body; they went to my brain, and half of my body became paralyzed,” he shared in a past interview.
Doctors warned that if the condition did not improve within six months, the damage could become permanent. Even after seven months with little recovery, multiple hospitals told him he might never walk or act again.
Despite the grim prognosis, Go Joon persevered, and with the support of the film’s production team, who waited for his recovery, he was able to complete filming. His return not only saved his acting career but also became a testament to his resilience and determination.
Sources: Naver