Rapper Gary expressed gratitude to his fans for the first time after he secretly tied the knot Wednesday.

(Gary's Instagram)

Gary posted a short letter with a photo on his Instagram account on Saturday, thanking his fans who congratulated him on his marriage.

He wrote, “Thank you for all those warm wishes,” with a hashtag “#thankyoueveryone.”

(Gary's Instagram)

Gary made a surprise announcement that he had gotten married via Instagram on Wednesday. The news came as a surprise to many, as the rapper didn’t share his private life even with his agency officials and close friends. Gary said he didn’t hold a wedding ceremony and his wife is not working in the entertainment field.

Gary, a member of hip-hop duo Leessang, is reportedly on the verge of parting the group as he and his partner Gil pursue separate careers.

By Hong Dam-young (lotus@heraldcorp.com)