Actor Lee Dong-gun is embroiled in dating rumors with rookie actress Kang Hae-rim, as his views on romance revealed on a broadcast just a year ago are being reexamined.
On the 29th, Sports Seoul reported exclusively that Lee Dong-gun and Kang Hae-rim are currently in a relationship. According to the report, the two were spotted sharing affectionate skinship on the streets of Gangnam, Seoul, and Lee Dong-gun's 'gentleman boyfriend' demeanor was captured as he switched places to protect Kang Hae-rim when a vehicle approached. They were also reportedly seen often spending leisurely time together at a cafe. The age difference between the two is known to be a staggering 16 years, which has further attracted attention.
However, both sides are currently refraining from making specific statements. Lee Dong-gun's side told Sports Dong-A, "I don't think this is something I should comment on directly," conveying a cautious response.
Lee Dong-gun married actress Jo Yoon-hee in 2017 but divorced in 2020 after about three years. They have one daughter, who is currently being raised by Jo Yoon-hee. After the divorce, Lee Dong-gun was seen spending consistent time with his daughter, fulfilling his responsibilities as a father, which was revealed on the SBS program 'My Little Old Boy.'
In particular, during a broadcast last July, Lee Dong-gun opened up about his feelings regarding dating and parenting while meeting his close friend Koo Bon-seung in Jeju Island. At that time, he expressed, "It has been a long time since I have thought about dating," and, "Thinking about the child, dating shouldn't be a thing right now," revealing a deep sense of responsibility towards his daughter. He also introduced a home in a quiet rural village in Jeju, filled with a desire to create a secret space for his daughter, saying, "For Roa, it would be nice to live in a place like this," which touched the hearts of viewers.
However, about a year later, Lee Dong-gun found himself at the center of dating rumors. The atmosphere was somewhat different from his earlier words in the broadcast, where he said, "I am cautious about dating, considering the child." As a result, fans expressed mixed reactions, stating, "I'm glad he seems to have found a good person. I hope he is happy," and, "I hope he maintains a harmonious relationship with his daughter," alongside remarks like, "Where did his cautious views on dating go?"
Meanwhile, regarding the dating rumors, the SBS program 'My Little Old Boy' stated, "We became aware of the reports regarding sightings of Mr. Lee Dong-gun's dating through the news, and there are no plans to disclose this on the show."
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