Former Baseball Player Choi Jun-seok's Wife Reveals Emotional Struggles on 'Dongchimi'

In the latest episode of MBN's entertainment show 'Dongchimi' (속풀이쇼 동치미), 어효인, the wife of former baseball player Choi Jun-seok, opened up about the emotional turmoil she faced due to her husband's harsh words. During the broadcast on December 14, 2024, 어효인 addressed the aftermath of Choi's previous confession about being a victim of an investment scam, stating, "While it was said that our family became closer, that perspective is solely from my husband’s side. For me, it was a situation that made me consider divorce."

She shared her lifelong dream of becoming a flight attendant, recalling how her husband was supportive during her career. They married after dating for about eight to nine months, with Choi promising to take care of their family financially. However, after a brief period of working as a flight attendant, 어효인 transitioned to supporting her husband at home.

The couple welcomed their first child shortly after their marriage, which led to them starting parenting without a proper honeymoon phase. 어효인 admitted to struggling with postpartum depression, especially as her husband was transitioning to a new team with a lucrative contract, drawing attention from fans and media.

She revealed that their second child came soon after, and during this time, Choi's authoritative demeanor at home became more pronounced. Despite her efforts to maintain a nurturing environment, she felt a growing emotional distance between them. 어효인 recounted a specific incident when she called Choi, excited that he would return home early due to rain, only to hear him playing billiards with his teammates instead of working out as he had claimed. This lack of communication led to feelings of isolation and sadness, which she expressed to her husband. In a shocking response, he dismissed her feelings, suggesting that her comfort was the reason for her depression, a comment that left her in tears and escalated their conflict.

This candid revelation has sparked discussions about the pressures faced by couples in the public eye and the importance of communication in relationships.