[Sportschosun Reporter Jeong An-ji] Girls' Generation member and actress Choi Soo-young made her first public appearance since news broke of her breakup with actor Jung Kyung-ho, sharing a cheerful update.
On the 13th, Choi Soo-young posted several photos on her social media account along with the message, "This year too ♥ Eoullim Marathon."
The photos show Choi Soo-young attending the "2026 Eoullim Marathon" event held that morning.
Wearing an orange event T-shirt, Choi Soo-young smiled brightly with participants and drew attention with her cheerful, healthy energy.
Interest was especially high because this was her first public update since news of her breakup with Jung Kyung-ho was reported. Choi Soo-young took part in the event with her unchanged smile and positive attitude, showing a mature side.
The "Eoullim Marathon" is an event in which visually impaired and sighted participants run together as one team. Choi Soo-young attended with her father, who serves as chairman of the National Headquarters for the Campaign Against Blindness, adding meaning to the occasion.
Choi Soo-young's father is known to have battled retinitis pigmentosa for more than 15 years. He has since devoted himself to research and awareness efforts for the visually impaired, and Choi Soo-young has also continued her good influence by serving as a public ambassador for the National Headquarters for the Campaign Against Blindness for many years to support him.
Meanwhile, news of Choi Soo-young and Jung Kyung-ho's breakup was reported on the 9th. Choi Soo-young's agency confirmed the split, saying, "It is true that they broke up. They decided to remain good colleagues."
The two, who began dating in 2012 and were known as one of the entertainment industry's longest-running couples, have ended their 14-year relationship and will remain good colleagues.
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