IU and Lee Jong Suk confirmed their split after four years, leaving fans in shock | Today’s news
A big heart for K-drama fans! Actors IU and Lee Jong Suk recently publicly confirmed their breakup after dating for almost four years. The news was recently confirmed by their respective agencies, leaving fans on the internet shocked.
IU and Lee Jong Suk are breaking up
On Wednesday, IU’s agency EDAM Entertainment and Lee Jong Suk’s agency ACE FACTORY confirmed the breakup, telling Soompi, “It is true that they have broken up.”
According to them, IU and Lee Jong Suk will remain good colleagues after the breakup.
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About IU and Lee Jong Suk’s relationship timeline
IU and Lee Jong Suk have been dating for a long time. They first confirmed their relationship in 2022 and sent fans into a frenzy.
At the time, Lee Jong Suk’s agency said in a press release to Soompi, “Hello. This is HighZium Studio. This is an official statement regarding an exclusive article about actor Lee Jong Suk. Actor Lee Jong Suk and IU recently transitioned from close acquaintances to a couple and are maintaining a serious relationship. Please show them lots of support to continue their beautiful relationship.”
IU’s agency EDAM Entertainment later added to the media, “IU and Lee Jong Suk recently transitioned from close acquaintances to a good relationship. We ask for a warm reception from fans.”
The dispatch first reported on their romance. The two reportedly met on Inkigayo 10 years ago and became friends. Over time, their friendship blossomed into romance.
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Netizens react to the IU-Lee Jong Suk breakup
However, the news of their split left fans heartbroken and almost in disbelief across social media.
In response to the news, a fan commented on a post on X announcing, “IU and Lee Jongsuk reportedly broke up after 4 years of dating.
A fan wrote, “If the reports are true, I wish IU and Lee Jong Suk nothing but happiness and peace moving forward. Four years is a meaningful chapter and fans will always cherish the memories they shared.”
“It’s a shame, but it’s true. Respect their privacy,” added another.
Another said: “No, I loved them together, I was rooting for them! (crying emoticon) As long as they’re happy, it’s their choice in the end.”
Someone else said: “Sad to hear if it’s true but I hope they both find happiness in what’s to come.”
On the work front, IU recently starred in the K-drama Perfect Crown. Fans were previously surprised when the wedding invitation of IU and her co-star Byeon Woo-seok was shared online as an April Fool’s prank.
IU currently has a new album and concert in the works.
On the other hand, actor Lee Jong Suk is busy with the upcoming release of his K-drama The Remarried Empress.