Claudia Kim & Matthew Shampine: Why Did They Divorce?

Bobbie DuBuque 10 May 2025

Can Hollywood fairy tales truly last? The seemingly picture-perfect marriage of South Korean actress Claudia Kim, a star celebrated for her roles in blockbuster films like "Avengers: Age of Ultron" and "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald," has come to an end after five years. This news has sent ripples through the entertainment world, prompting reflection on the pressures and complexities of relationships in the spotlight.

On September 23, 2024, news outlets confirmed that Claudia Kim and Matthew Shampine, formerly known as Cha Min-geun and the former general manager of WeWork Korea, had finalized their divorce. The separation, described as amicable, concluded a chapter that began with a lavish wedding ceremony at the Shilla Hotel in Seoul on December 14, 2019. The couple's relationship had been publicly acknowledged in August of the same year, drawing considerable attention and well-wishes.

Category	Information
Full Name	Kim Soo-hyun (김수현)
English Name	Claudia Kim
Date of Birth	January 25, 1985
Age	39 years old (as of late 2024)
Nationality	South Korean
Height	5 feet 10 inches (177 cm)
Occupation	Actress
Years Active	2005–present
Agency	YG Entertainment
Spouse	Matthew Shampine (m. 2019; div. 2024)
Children	1 daughter (born October 1, 2020)
Notable Works	Avengers: Age of Ultron, Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, Marco Polo
Early Life and Education	Claudia Kim spent six years of her childhood in the United States, which contributed to her fluent English. This fluency later proved invaluable in her international acting career. She graduated from Ewha Womans University with a degree in International Studies.
Career Beginnings	Kim began her career as a model and actress in South Korea. She gained recognition through various television dramas before making her international breakthrough.
International Recognition	Her role as Dr. Helen Cho in "Avengers: Age of Ultron" (2015) marked her entry into Hollywood. She further solidified her international presence with her role as Nagini in "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" (2018).
Personal Life	Claudia Kim is known for her intelligence, poise, and dedication to her craft. Her marriage to Matthew Shampine was a widely publicized event, and the birth of their daughter in 2020 brought further joy to the couple.
Recent Developments	In September 2024, YG Entertainment announced that Claudia Kim and Matthew Shampine had decided to end their marriage after five years, citing amicable agreement and careful discussion.
Reference Link	YG Entertainment Official Website