SHINee's Taemin has addressed the rumors of dating Noze, stating they are close colleagues.
On the 17th, Taemin's agency Big Planet Made issued an official statement saying, "We apologize for the delay in confirming this due to Taemin's ongoing schedule," adding that "the two are close colleagues who have worked together."
It also stated, "We kindly request that groundless speculation be refrained from in the future."
Recently, photos appearing to show SHINee's Taemin and Noze on a date circulated online on community sites and social media, reigniting dating rumors between the two.
Previously, rumors of a romance between Taemin and Noze had emerged multiple times among fans. Some fans claimed they heard Taemin's voice in a video that Noze sent to fans on a communication platform, and suggested that a ring performance Taemin presented at a concert was for Noze, who was invited as an audience member.
However, Taemin's side denied the dating rumors, clarifying that they are "close colleagues who have worked together."
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