Fans are expressing shock after one of I Am SOLO‘s most talked-about couples became the center of unexpected divorce speculation. The rumors erupted after Yeong Ja suddenly deleted every photo featuring her husband, Yeong Cheol, from her social media account, reigniting interest in the couple’s turbulent relationship that has already survived cheating rumors, the heartbreak of miscarriage, and a second chance at love.
The speculation began when fans noticed that Yeong Ja had removed all photos of Yeong Cheol, including wedding pictures, vacation snapshots, and romantic date photos that she had shared since the pair appeared together on the 28th season of I Am SOLO. Because the couple had frequently documented their married life online, the sudden disappearance of every shared image immediately fueled rumors that their relationship may have come to an end.
Interestingly, the situation appears one-sided—at least publicly. Yeong Cheol’s Instagram still contains photos of the couple, including a post uploaded on the 3rd in which he shared a picture of the two together alongside the affectionate caption, “I love you.” The contrast between their social media accounts has only intensified online speculation, with many viewers questioning whether the couple is quietly experiencing marital problems.
Yeong Ja and Yeong Cheol first became a real-life couple after meeting during the special Season 28 of I Am SOLO. Their romance quickly captured viewers’ attention, eventually leading to marriage and making them one of the franchise’s most recognizable success stories.
However, their journey has been anything but easy.
Before their wedding, Yeong Ja publicly revealed that she had become pregnant around the Chuseok holiday, only to suffer an incomplete miscarriage before the couple officially married. She described the experience as one that was devastating both physically and emotionally, saying it was one of the most difficult periods of her life.
The couple also faced intense controversy before exchanging vows when rumors surfaced accusing Yeong Cheol of infidelity. At the time, the allegations spread rapidly online, prompting Yeong Ja to release a lengthy public statement defending her future husband.
She firmly rejected claims that her decision to marry was motivated by financial dependence or emotional desperation. Yeong Ja also emphasized that Yeong Cheol had no criminal record and explained that his previous marriage had ended legally through mutual agreement. She further stated that the accusations of cheating were false, adding that no evidence supporting those claims existed in any legal documents or official records.
Even after getting married, the couple admitted that their relationship continued to face challenges. During an appearance on tvN STORY’s Lee Ho Seon’s Counseling Center, they openly discussed experiencing multiple relationship crises and several moments when they nearly separated before ultimately choosing to rebuild their marriage.
Both Yeong Ja and Yeong Cheol also entered the relationship with children from previous relationships. Yeong Ja is raising her 14-year-old son following the end of a previous non-marital relationship, while Yeong Cheol has an 11-year-old son who does not live with him.
As of now, neither Yeong Ja nor Yeong Cheol has publicly confirmed a divorce or separation, and the rumors remain based solely on Yeong Ja’s decision to remove their photos from her social media. Nevertheless, given the couple’s highly public history—including personal tragedy, public controversy, and multiple relationship struggles—the sudden disappearance of every shared picture has left many fans fearing that another difficult chapter may be unfolding behind the scenes. Until either of them addresses the speculation directly, viewers will likely continue watching closely for any sign of what is really happening between one of I Am SOLO‘s most unforgettable couples.
