KIM Soo-hyun’s agency GoldMedalist announced that it will clarify its stand regarding the allegations surrounding the actor and his alleged romantic involvement with the late actress Kim Sae-ron and other related claims by next week.
The then-27-year-old Soo-hyun was earlier alleged to be in a relationship with Sae-ron for six years when the latter was still 15, as stated by a woman claiming to be the late actress’ aunt in a HoverLab Inc. interview. The woman also accused GoldMedalist — which used to be the agency of the Sae-ron — of financial misconduct and lack of support during the height of her DUI scandal in 2022.
Photos of Soo-hyun and Sae-ron’s alleged romance were leaked by Korean media outlets Dispatch and Garosero Research Institute, which eventually circulated on social media.
These claims, however, were firmly denied by the actor’s agency GoldMedalist with plans to take the “strongest legal action” against the online platform.
With the recent claims involving the actor, GoldMedalist announced on Thursday, March 13, that it will release a “clear and substantiated position” regarding Soo-hyun’s alleged romance with Sae-ron, among other claims next week.
“We would like to address the recent content regarding Kim Soo-hyun that was broadcasted on the YouTube channel HoverLab Inc. GoldMedalist will clarify the facts and respond to the baseless rumors by presenting a clear and substantiated position next week,” it said, per a Soompi translation.
“We sincerely apologize for causing prolonged fatigue and ask for your understanding as we aim to prevent further ongoing reports,” GoldMedalist further added.
Production for Soo-hyun’s upcoming K-drama “Knock-Off,” which also stars Jo Bo-ah, will proceed as scheduled despite the controversy, its production company Disney+ Korea said in a statement.
Soo-hyun, who made his acting debut in 2007, is best known for his lead roles in “Queen of Tears,” “Dream High,” “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay,” “My Love from the Star,” “Moon Embracing the Sun,” and “The Thieves,” to name a few.
Meanwhile, Sae-ron died at the age of 24 on Feb. 16, 2025, which authorities ruled as suicide. (Hannah Mallorca © Philippine Daily Inquirer)
