In a recent press conference, South Korean star Kim Soo-hyun emotionally addressed serious allegations raised by the family of late actress Kim Sae-ron, who passed away in February. The accusations included a claimed underage relationship and financial pressures related to a loan.
K-drama Icon Kim Soo-Hyun Responds to Controversial Allegations Amid Tragedy
K-drama Icon Kim Soo-Hyun Responds to Controversial Allegations Amid Tragedy
Kim Soo-hyun asserts innocence in emotional press conference, following claims linked to late actress Kim Sae-ron's family.
Kim Soo-hyun, one of the highest-profile actors in South Korea, has publicly denied these claims, stating explicitly that he has never dated Kim Sae-ron when she was underage. The controversy erupted after allegations surfaced that the two had a relationship spanning several years, during which Kim Sae-ron was a minor. This has been a source of intense public scrutiny and backlash since the scandal broke shortly after her tragic death.
During the press conference held in Seoul, Kim Soo-hyun fought back tears as he provided his side of the story. He acknowledged the relationship but insisted it only began when both parties were adults, between 2019 and 2020. "I never dated her when she was a minor," he clarified, expressing sorrow that the accusations are affecting many people around him, including his fans and colleagues.
The allegations intensified when a controversial YouTube channel claimed that there were several photos and videos that proved an inappropriate relationship and released chat records from 2016. Kim Soo-hyun's agency has vehemently denied these claims, stating that they have submitted evidence countering the family's allegations to the authorities for verification.
He also found himself at the center of commercial fallout, as brands distanced themselves from him in light of the controversy, and a Disney+ show starring him was put on pause. In response, Kim Soo-hyun's lawyer announced they would be pursuing legal actions against both Kim Sae-ron's family and the YouTube channel, seeking damages.
The claims echoed a broader debate on the intense scrutiny faced by public figures in South Korea, particularly concerning personal relationships. Kim Soo-hyun has called on Kim Sae-ron's family to also present their evidence to maintain transparency in this heart-wrenching situation.
As developments unfold, the entertainment industry and fans continue to react to the implications of this tragic story.
During the press conference held in Seoul, Kim Soo-hyun fought back tears as he provided his side of the story. He acknowledged the relationship but insisted it only began when both parties were adults, between 2019 and 2020. "I never dated her when she was a minor," he clarified, expressing sorrow that the accusations are affecting many people around him, including his fans and colleagues.
The allegations intensified when a controversial YouTube channel claimed that there were several photos and videos that proved an inappropriate relationship and released chat records from 2016. Kim Soo-hyun's agency has vehemently denied these claims, stating that they have submitted evidence countering the family's allegations to the authorities for verification.
He also found himself at the center of commercial fallout, as brands distanced themselves from him in light of the controversy, and a Disney+ show starring him was put on pause. In response, Kim Soo-hyun's lawyer announced they would be pursuing legal actions against both Kim Sae-ron's family and the YouTube channel, seeking damages.
The claims echoed a broader debate on the intense scrutiny faced by public figures in South Korea, particularly concerning personal relationships. Kim Soo-hyun has called on Kim Sae-ron's family to also present their evidence to maintain transparency in this heart-wrenching situation.
As developments unfold, the entertainment industry and fans continue to react to the implications of this tragic story.
