Is actor Lee Dong-gun (45) in love again after five years of divorce? He is attracting attention with rumors of a romance with actress Kang Hae-rim (29), who is 16 years younger.
According to a report from Sports Seoul on the 1st, Lee Dong-gun has recently introduced Kang Hae-rim to acquaintances as his 'girlfriend' in a natural manner, not hiding the fact of their romance. It is said he responded to their congratulations by saying, 'Thank you' and 'I am happy,' revealing the excitement of being in a relationship.
However, both sides' agencies are keeping their statements cautious. Lee Dong-gun's agency, W Plus, conveyed a careful stance, saying, 'It is difficult to confirm as it is a private matter,' while Kang Hae-rim's agency, Andmark, also stated, 'We cannot confirm as it is the actress's private life.'
However, internet users are reacting by saying, 'He said she is his girlfriend to acquaintances, so it’s confirmed,' 'Only the agency denies it, but he made it obvious,' and 'He said he is happy, so it's settled,' effectively interpreting it as an acknowledgment of the romance.
Lee Dong-gun married fellow actress Jo Yoon-hee in 2017 and had a daughter together, but they divorced by mutual consent in May 2020. Currently, the daughter is being raised by Jo Yoon-hee, and Lee Dong-gun is reportedly fulfilling his responsibilities as a father by regularly meeting her.
Last year, he appeared on SBS's 'My Little Old Boy' and candidly stated, 'It has been a long time since I thought about dating,' adding, 'Considering the child, dating is something I should not do.' However, just a year later, with renewed rumors of romance, many people's interest is piqued. Reactions expressing surprise at the sudden romantic rumors continue.
Meanwhile, Lee Dong-gun recently opened a large cafe in Jeju Island, challenging himself with a new business. Right after the romance rumors surfaced, he shared a casual work photo from the cafe on social media without further explanation on May 31.
Kang Hae-rim is an actress who has appeared in 'Somebody' and 'Lobby,' and she recently resumed her activities after a three-year hiatus.
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