Ryu Hyun-jin Shares Heartwarming Love Story on 'Heartfelt Speakers'

On December 15, 2024, MBC's show 'Heartfelt Speakers' (심장을 울려라 강연자들) featured Ryu Hyun-jin, the 'Korean Monster,' who recently returned to the Hanwha Eagles after 12 years. During the episode, he opened up about his baseball career and parenting experiences. Ryu shared the story of his romance with his wife, Bae Ji-hyun, revealing that they married in 2018 after a long-distance relationship between Korea and the United States. When asked by Oh Eun-young how they met, Ryu explained that he had requested an introduction from his senior, Jeong Min-cheol, who had worked with Bae on a show. He noted that it wasn't love at first sight. After dating for about two years, Ryu expressed that he knew Bae was the one for him the moment he saw her. Bae, who was present in the studio, blushed at his words. Ryu praised her brightness, sincerity, and beauty, stating, 'I am happy.' The couple tied the knot in January 2018 and are now parents to a daughter and a son.