Five years after actors Lee Dong-gun and Jo Yoon-hee divorced, the two are making headlines for their respective paths.
Lee Dong-gun (45) has recently been embroiled in dating rumors with actress Kang Hae-rim (29). While neither side has officially confirmed the romance, it has been reported that Lee Dong-gun casually referred to Kang Hae-rim as his 'girlfriend' to acquaintances and expressed that he is 'happy'. This has led to speculation that they have essentially acknowledged their relationship.
However, both parties' agencies are maintaining a cautious stance. Lee Dong-gun's agency, W+ Plus, stated, 'It's difficult to confirm as it is a private matter,' while Kang Hae-rim's agency, Andmark, also remarked, 'We cannot confirm.' However, recently in the entertainment industry, the reaction of 'unable to confirm' has been interpreted as an indirect acknowledgment of the romance, drawing attention to the relationship between the two.
Lee Dong-gun married actress Jo Yoon-hee in 2017 and welcomed a daughter that same year, but they divorced by agreement in 2020. Notably, he appeared on SBS's variety show 'My Little Old Boy', expressing a skeptical view on dating by stating, 'I feel like dating should not be something to do,' making the current dating rumors even more of a hot topic.
Meanwhile, Jo Yoon-hee is garnering attention with past setting photos from the tvN drama 'Second Shot at Love' in which she is currently appearing. On the 2nd, her agency, King Kong by Starship, posted on their official social media, 'Dazzling visuals. Exclusive behind-the-scenes reveal from Hyun-joo's beauty contest days,' along with past photos of Jo Yoon-hee.
The released photos feature Jo Yoon-hee's character Han Hyun-joo participating in the 'Beauty Contest'. Dressed in a beautiful hanbok with traditional hair accessories, Jo Yoon-hee flashed a smile while holding a stick symbolizing 'truth', showcasing her dignified appearance. Although the setting recreates 23 years ago, Jo Yoon-hee's youthful beauty and elegant aura remain intact.
In this way, Lee Dong-gun is walking his path with a new love, while Jo Yoon-hee is focusing more on her work. Although time has passed since their divorce, voices of support continue for the two as they build their lives in their own ways under the public's interest.
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