SPICA’s Yang Jiwon Announces Pregnancy & Marriage To Actor
Former SPICA and UNI.T member Yang Jiwon (38) has announced she is pregnant and will marry musical actor Yang Joon Mo (46). The couple revealed their double happy news on August 24, 2026, sharing heartfelt letters and wedding pictorials on social media.
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Official Announcement
On August 24, 2026, Yang Jiwon took to her personal social media accounts to share the joyous news directly with fans. Alongside beautiful wedding pictorials, she wrote a heartfelt letter that began with: “Everyone, I’m getting married.”
In her post, she confessed: “At first, it didn’t feel real, but day by day it’s starting to sink in.” She then revealed the reason for the accelerated timeline: “Originally, we planned to marry early next year, but thankfully, we were blessed with new life. I will become a mother in my forties next year. So we decided to bring the wedding forward a bit.”
Yang Joon Mo also posted a letter on the same day. He addressed his past, revealing: “After a long period of consideration, I ended my previous marriage in 2023 and we went our separate ways.” He explained he kept this private to protect his young daughter from unnecessary attention.
The Groom: Musical Actor Yang Joon Mo
The groom is musical actor Yang Joon Mo (46). He debuted in 2004 with the musical Geumgang and has since performed in major productions including Myeongseong Hwanghu (Empress Myeongseong), The Man Who Laughs, Hero, 42nd Street, and Notre Dame de Paris.
Yang Jiwon’s Career
Born in 1988, Yang Jiwon debuted as a member of SPICA in 2012. The group was notably produced by Lee Hyori. Despite their talent, SPICA disbanded in 2017. She later joined the project group UNI.T in 2018, though the group was active for only about eight months. She has since transitioned to acting, appearing in dramas such as Divorce Lawyer in Love and Witch’s Game. Her most recent work was the 2025 play Death of a Salesman (Sa-ui Chanmi).
Wedding and SPICA Reunion
Yang Jiwon shared wedding pictorials featuring herself in a white wedding dress alongside her husband-to-be. In a heartwarming moment, all SPICA members attended the wedding shoot, showcasing their strong bond and friendship even years after the group’s disbandment.
Why It Matters
This announcement is significant for several reasons:
· A Double Celebration: The couple announced both their marriage and pregnancy simultaneously, making it a “double happy event” for fans.
· SPICA’s Lasting Bond: The reunion of all SPICA members for the wedding pictorial highlights the enduring friendship within the group, warming the hearts of fans who remember their 2012 debut.
· A New Chapter for Both: For Yang Joon Mo, this marks a new beginning after his divorce in 2023. For Yang Jiwon, it fulfills a long-held wish to start a family.
What’s Next?
The couple, who have an eight-year age gap, have moved their wedding forward from early 2027 to later this year due to the pregnancy. Yang Jiwon is expected to give birth in 2027, becoming a mother at the age of 40.
She concluded her message by asking for blessings: “The big changes that have come all at once are still a little overwhelming, but I will learn and adapt one by one with a grateful heart. Please bless our new beginning.”
FAQ
Who is Yang Jiwon?
Yang Jiwon is a singer and actress who debuted as a member of the girl group SPICA in 2012. She also participated in the project group UNI.T in 2018 and has since appeared in various dramas and plays.
Who is Yang Jiwon marrying?
She is marrying musical actor Yang Joon Mo, who is eight years her senior. He debuted in 2004 and has starred in many prominent musicals.
When is the wedding?
The wedding was originally planned for early 2027 but has been moved forward. The couple has not specified an exact date, but it will take place before the end of 2026 due to the pregnancy.
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