Actor Jo Yeon-woo Will Tie Knot With Collegian

Popular actor Jo Yeon-woo, 38, is set to tie the knot on Dec. 15 with a college student 16 years his junior, his agency said Wednesday.

His wife-to-be, 22, identified only as Cha, is a senior dance major at the Korea National University of Arts. They have been dating for about two years since meeting in 2007 through a blind date arranged by their colleagues.

Jo first announced the wedding plan at a gathering of his colleagues to celebrate the final taping of an MBC TV drama.

"I have been very cautious about the marriage because of the wide age gap. But now I really thank my bride for trusting and following me", he told a local daily. "We originally planned to hold a wedding ceremony in May, but brought it forward after getting full support from our parents".

After making his debut in the TV drama "All In" in 2002, the model-turned-actor has broadened his fan base with appearances on hit dramas such as "Yi San".

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