The dating rumors between SHINee's Taemin and dancer Noze have ended after a day.
The dating rumors that had been steadily raised among fans concluded with the answer of 'no' after a full day.
The dating rumors between Taemin and Noze did not recently come to light. There were claims that Taemin's voice was heard during Noze's SNS live broadcast, and it was suggested that the ring performance Taemin showcased during the concert was for Noze, who was invited as an audience member.
However, neither Taemin's side nor Noze's side clarified their stance, leaving the dating rumors between the two as mere 'suspicions.'
The dating suspicions that had surfaced again were fueled by appearances of individuals who looked like Taemin and Noze being seen on dates through online communities and social media.
In the photo, individuals speculated to be Taemin and Noze were seen embracing or walking with arms linked, displaying a couple-like demeanor. The date and location of the photo have not been disclosed, and while the woman, who is presumed to be Noze, had her face fully visible, the man, who is presumed to be Taemin, had his face obscured by a hat and scarf, making it difficult to confirm his identity.
However, fans found clues from SHINee's Key. Fans speculated that when Key uploaded a photo of Taemin to his social media account, it was likely taken in December 2023. If the fans' speculation is correct, the two have been in a relationship for over two years.
Regarding the dating rumors, Taemin's side took a cautious stance. On the 16th, Taemin's side said, 'We have not yet confirmed the details. We will comment if there is a position.' A full day passed after this statement, but there was no significant mention. When dating rumors arise, it is common to confirm and either acknowledge them or to state 'privacy cannot be confirmed,' but Taemin's side did not provide any answer even after a day, only increasing the curiosity.
Amid this, on the morning of the 17th at 11:52 a.m., Taemin's side disclosed their position regarding the dating rumors through a mail titled 'We inform you regarding Taemin.' Taemin's side stated, 'The two are close colleagues who have worked together,' clarifying that they are not in a romantic relationship.
If they are not in a romantic relationship, they could have announced it immediately after confirming with the artist; why did it take a full day? In response, Taemin's side stated, 'We apologize for the slight delay in confirmation due to ongoing schedules.' Additionally, Taemin's side kindly requested, 'We ask that excessive speculation be refrained from going forward.'
Although Taemin's side clarified that they are not in a romantic relationship, they did not provide a clear explanation regarding the individuals in the photo. While they were seen in a sweet atmosphere embracing and linking arms, it remains a 'cold case' whether it was merely intimate interactions as close colleagues or if they are, in fact, not in a romantic relationship.
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