South Korean reality star Kwak Sun Hee has come out publicly, revealing that she’s in a relationship with a woman. The announcement has sparked conversations across social media and the entertainment world, especially regarding the visibility of LGBTQ+ figures in Korean mainstream media.

On July 13, Kwak took to Instagram to share the news with her followers. The post featured a series of sweet and personal photos with her girlfriend. Snaps from outings, matching outfits, and moments that gave fans a glimpse into their relationship. She captioned it with a short line: “Stunning day by day and this is who we R.”

The post also included a new shared Instagram account that she and her girlfriend created together, which gives fans a chance to see more of their journey as a couple. Then, she added a light-hearted note about becoming a “lovestagram” user.

Her post quickly went viral, and the response was overwhelmingly positive. Many fans thanked her for being honest and courageous, especially in an industry and culture where such openness is still quite rare. Others saw it as a much-needed moment of representation for queer women in Korea.

Kwak later posted a follow-up message, where she thanked everyone who had reached out with kind words. She shared that she felt supported, happy, and grateful, but also asked for privacy on behalf of her partner. She stressed that her girlfriend is not a public figure and deserves space and respect.