South Korean actor Song Joong Ki, known for his role in “Vincenzo,” has confirmed that he and his wife, British actress Katy Louise Saunders, are expecting their second child. On July 8, 2024, Song’s agency, HighZium Studio, announced the happy news, stating, “Actor Song Joong Ki is becoming a father of two.” The agency emphasized the couple’s desire for privacy regarding the child’s gender and birth timing.
The couple, who married in January 2023, welcomed their first son in June 2023. Song Joong Ki, previously married to his “Descendants of the Sun” co-star Song Hye Kyo, is known for keeping his personal life private. Despite this, social media is already buzzing with congratulatory messages for the actor.
Last year, Song shared the joyous news of his first child’s birth with a heartfelt message and a photo. He expressed his gratitude for the health and happiness of his family, stating, “I finally met my baby here in Rome, my wife’s hometown. He is a healthy son. I am so grateful that both the baby and mom are healthy and happy, and I am taking care of my family very happily.” He also shared his joy about achieving his dream of a happy family and thanked his supporters for their encouragement.
Song Joong Ki has also spoken about the experience of raising his son in a multicultural environment. He mentioned his efforts to communicate with his child in Korean while acknowledging the language barriers they face as a family. Despite the challenges, he expressed optimism about finding a way to communicate as a family.
Song has also spoken about the unique experience of raising his son in a multicultural household. He mentioned the challenges of communication, stating, “I cannot believe that I have become a father… I talk to him in Korean, you know, my English isn’t that good. My wife and I have talked about it, too. We’ll figure out how the three of us will communicate.” This openness and sincerity in embracing parenthood have endeared him even more to his fans.
