Introduction

In 2022, Tu Hy Viên made headlines when she announced her remarriage to South Korean singer Koo Jun Yup, just months after confirming her divorce from businessman Uong Tieu Phi. This event not only captured media attention but also sparked questions about the couple’s financial relationship. Specifically, the prenuptial agreement between Tu Hy Viên and Koo Jun Yup became a topic of intense discussion. Let’s delve deeper into this issue and related matters.

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Prenuptial Agreement: Protecting Assets Before Marriage

A prenuptial agreement is a legal contract signed before marriage to protect each party’s individual assets. According to Ettoday, Tu Hy Viên is reportedly worth significantly more than Koo Jun Yup, approximately eight times his wealth. To prevent future asset disputes, the couple signed a prenuptial agreement. As a result, Tu Hy Viên’s pre-marital assets will remain under her ownership and not be part of Koo Jun Yup’s estate.

Tu Hy Viên and Koo Jun Yup shared happy moments together before the actress passed away (Photo: Weibo).

Asset-Related Matters

The actress of Boys Over Flowers also transferred a mansion valued at tens of millions of dollars within the art museum compound to her mother. However, according to the latest information from 163, this agreement was not notarized in court, which could render it invalid. This adds further complexity to the division of Tu Hy Viên’s assets after her passing.

Koo Jun Yup’s Decision After Tu Hy Viên’s Passing

On February 6th, Koo Jun Yup declared that he would放弃对Tu Hy Viên遗留财产的继承权，并将所有资产转交给她的母亲。然而，律师认为，在没有遗嘱的情况下，韩国歌手和他的两个孩子仍然是这位已故艺术家价值数百万美元遗产的主要继承人。

Koo Jun Yup revealed that he did not need Tu Hy Viên’s assets but only wanted her (Photo: Sohu).

Koo Jun Yup: A Renowned Star in Korea

After marrying Tu Hy Viên, Koo Jun Yup faced accusations of “leeching off” his wife from netizens and Uong Tieu Phi. However, according to South Korean media, the singer is wealthy and a well-known figure in his home country. HK01 noted that Koo Jun Yup is a humble and reserved person. He is seven years older than his wife and was a prominent name in the entertainment industry since the 1990s.

He co-founded the band Clon with fellow artist Kang Won Rae, officially debuting in 1996. They were considered one of the strongest dance duos in Korean history and a leading male group during the early days of Hallyu (Korean Wave).

Koo Jun Yup is a renowned star in Korea (Photo: Sina).

Over three decades in the entertainment industry, he has been respected by colleagues and free from any scandals. The national host of South Korea, Yoo Jae Suk, called him the elder brother. He also has close relationships with actors Lee Byung Hun, Bi Rain, and G-Dragon.

Even Kim Tae Hee’s husband once danced backup for Koo Jun Yup. In one program, Tu Hy Die asked Koo Jun Yup: “Does G-Dragon respect you as a senior?” He laughed and replied: “G-Dragon is a good boy.”

After the dissolution of Clon in 2005, Koo Jun Yup transitioned into music production. He was behind the hit song Pick Me, the theme song for the popular show Produce 101 in 2015. He also held an art exhibition as a painter. One of his paintings sold for over $3,300.

In April 2022, he revealed that his NFT works were sold out in just 7 seconds. The South Korean singer owns a condo worth nearly $2 million in one of Seoul’s most expensive buildings and showcased it on a TV program. His neighbors include top-tier stars like Lee Byung Hun, G-Dragon, Taeyang (Big Bang), So Ji Sub, Jennie (Blackpink), and Psy.

Reasons for Koo Jun Yup Leaving Korea

According to a close source, Koo Jun Yup moved from Korea to Taiwan to live closer to his wife. Tu Hy Viên had expressed to her husband that she did not want to leave Taiwan because she feared disrupting her children’s lives. Koo Jun Yup respected her wishes.

Conclusion

The prenuptial agreement between Tu Hy Viên and Koo Jun Yup protected their individual financial interests during their marriage. However, Tu Hy Viên’s sudden passing complicated the asset division process. Nevertheless, Koo Jun Yup’s decision to放弃继承权并将所有资产转交给Tu Hy Viên的母亲，这一举动在一定程度上缓解了紧张局势，也让公众感到安心。