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South Korean actor Song Joong Ki, known for his role in Vincenzo, announced that he and his wife, British actress Katy Louise Saunders, are getting ready to welcome a new member into their family. On Monday, July 8, 2024, Song Joong Ki's agency, HighZium Studio, joyfully declared, "Actor Song Joong Ki is expecting his second child."
His agency, as reported by South Korea's Star News, shared, "Song Joong-ki and his wife are expecting their second child. Details such as the timing of birth and the baby's gender are private matters."
After getting married in January 2023, Song Joong Ki and Katy Louise Saunders welcomed their first son in June 2023. Before Katy, Song Joong Ki was married to his Descendants of the Sun co-star, Song Hye Kyo.
Song emotionally shared the news with his fans for the first time by posting a photo of his first child last year. "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 said.
Expressing his heartfelt joy, he also shared, " I think this is the most precious gift that has come to my wife and I, whose biggest dream has been to have a happy family for the rest of our lives. I think this good day has come thanks to the support of many people. Thank you."
The beloved actor also talked about embracing parenthood and adjusting to raising his first child in a multicultural household. " 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."