Actor Lee Beom-soo candidly opened up about his feelings following his divorce.
Joining SBS variety show My Little Old Boy on its April 12 broadcast, Lee said, "I went through a personally difficult time over the past two to three years, but it recently came to a close," updating viewers on his situation. He added, "It feels like new energy is beginning," cautiously hinting at changes in his daily life.
Regarding the divorce, Lee said it was "something with no winners." He continued, "I think the kids were hurt more than I was, and that hurts me the most," adding, "I feel sorry for leaving pain with my family." He described his long psychological struggle by saying, "It felt like my whole body had been beaten," drawing sympathy.
He also addressed the various controversies that surfaced during the process. "There were a lot of misunderstandings, and many things upset me," Lee admitted. "But because I felt so sorry toward my children, I thought staying quiet was the right thing to do." He explained his silence further: "Since it wasn’t something good, I didn’t want to put it out there unnecessarily."
On his relationship with his children, Lee appeared somewhat relieved. "I worried most about how they felt, but after the settlement, I got a message saying they wanted to see me," he shared. "After meeting them again, I think I smiled for the first time in years." It’s reported that he now sees his children frequently and is maintaining their relationship.
Lee previously married translator Lee Yoon-jin in 2010. They had one son and one daughter before their split in 2024. After legal procedures, they finalized an amicable divorce in February this year. At the time, both sides stated, "We resolved our misunderstandings and, as parents, will respect each other and support each other’s separate paths."