If asked why I only registered my marriage with Byun Yo-han... Tiffany Young: "A wedding is a private matter," she asserts [★FULL Interview]

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Girls' Generation member and actress Tiffany Young (37) has transformed into a "marriage evangelist." She has fully embarked on the second chapter of her life as the wife of actor Byun Yo-han (40).

Tiffany Young is experiencing busier days than ever this year. She is preparing for Girls' Generation's highly anticipated full-group comeback to mark their 20th anniversary next year, and her schedule is packed with events including the release of her first solo studio album on August 20 and her first solo Asian tour in September.

In addition, since last month's 30th, she has been meeting audiences as Yumi, the title role in the original musical "Yumi's Cells" at Seoul Arts Center in Seocho-gu.

"Yumi's Cells" is a project completed by Sam Company and Studio N after five years of joint planning and development, based on the webtoon of the same name by writer Lee Dong-geon, which has recorded 3.5 billion cumulative global views. It condenses an extensive narrative into a precise 160-minute stage production, creatively portraying the daily life and love of an ordinary office worker Yumi through the perspective of cells in her mind.

Tiffany Young returned as a musical actress one year after finishing "Chicago" last year. Regarding "Yumi's Cells," she said, "I am happy to be commuting to Seoul Arts Center every day these days. I am also very pleased to present a warm work that fits the season. Yumi is such a lovable character; just as everyone loves Yumi, I have fallen in love with her too. It may sound funny coming from me, but my brightness and loveliness seem to fit well with the Yumi character," expressing her affection.

Tiffany Young added, "Doesn't Yumi struggle with conflict between work and love? Surprisingly, through Yumi, I was reminded of my own pain, worries, and the days when I was struggling. I would think, 'Yes, that's how it was back then. It's okay,' and reflect on those moments. Although I disliked that pace back then, there were many times when I found comfort in thinking, 'In the end, that pace was right.' I hope viewers of 'Yumi's Cells' also find such comfort. This work allows you to look deeply into yourself. Yumi is special because she does not fear this." She reflected on the meaningful message of the production.

She continued, "I too had moments of wondering how long my career as an entertainer would last and what would become of our community with Girls' Generation (the members). In the drama, Yumi is 32 years old; when Girls' Generation celebrated its 10th anniversary, I was 28. The period from then until age 32 was truly a time filled with many concerns. But I think everyone goes through similar times. Thanks to these experiences now, I feel I can properly face my 40s ahead."

Just as Yumi's prime cell is the "love cell," Tiffany Young also declared, "Love is my driving force," drawing attention. Earlier this February, she completed marriage registration with Byun Yo-han and became a couple. The two first met while working together in the 2024 Disney+ OTT series "Uncle Sam-sik."

Regarding her "husband" Byun Yo-han, Tiffany Young said, "My husband is always on my side no matter what I do. He truly supports me completely. Recently, he even sent a coffee truck to the 'Yumi's Cells' rehearsal room, which surprised me so much. It was so thoughtful, sweet, and touching." She added, "Fortunately, despite his busy schedule, my husband came to see the first performance of 'Yumi's Cells.' I was moved to tears. He told me, 'As a musician and actor, this work is very precious to me.'"

Tiffany Young also shared, "Naturally, in the process of music production, he always gives feedback as my top priority, and my husband is always at my center. He constantly encourages me and simply trusts me. His gaze is so handsome that I think, 'I should equip myself with such a gaze too,' and I am influenced by him as a person." She could not hide her affection.

Especially regarding Byun Yo-han, Tiffany Young called him her "life partner" and stated, "We are happily married, which gives me even more strength. He is the one who becomes my driving force to keep going, and thanks to him, it feels like a new chapter has begun. I am truly so happy."

However, Tiffany Young had previously surprised the public by suddenly announcing her marriage registration without holding a wedding ceremony. In response to questions about this, she shared her own convictions, revealing her strong inner resolve.

While not hiding her affection for Byun Yo-han, regarding the wedding, Tiffany Young firmly drew a line, saying, "Many people around me have asked about it, but this is a private matter." She explained, "Since I was young, my activities as Girls' Generation were extremely glamorous. The flashy appearance was due to such schedules; in reality, I am far from that image. As I get older and accumulate more years of experience, I now feel good being able to choose which image to show. Especially in today's era, isn't individual privacy valued? I am distinguishing between my work and personal life by choosing and focusing on the images I present. Therefore, when selecting works, I have always been serious and even more cautious. Revealing my marriage registration was my choice, and I believed that was enough. As for the wedding, even if I were to share it later, since it is a private matter, I do not wish to share it. That is my current feeling. Although I do not have special romantic ideals about weddings, I thought there was no need to show them because this is my private domain."

With the 20th anniversary approaching, what are her reflections? Tiffany Young said, "In reaching this point, there were truly many situations, moments, and concerns. Sometimes I made good choices regarding those concerns, and sometimes poor ones; that is why I am here today. In the future, rather than saying 'I will accomplish something,' I want to focus on preserving what matters. So far, Girls' Generation, this wonderful space, and my friends (the members) have been instrumental in my life and career. In the future, I want to continue carefully protecting my choices of friends and works. That is my goal."

She added, "I will always do my best without change. Even when doing my best, it often feels insufficient. Whether it is on stage, in music, or on screen, my desire to always give my best to the public remains unchanged. Working hard is natural; now, I want to deliver only good things with my full effort."

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