IU Boyfriend 2023: Who Is Lee Jong Suk? How Did They Meet, What Did Their Agencies Said And More

South Korean stars IU and Lee Jong Suk shocked everyone with dating news as the year 2022 came to a close.

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When Did IU And Lee Jong Suk Start Dating?

Dispatch, a South Korean publication known for breaking news and rumors about some of the most popular Hallyu stars, revealed on Saturday that IU and Lee Jong Suk have been dating for approximately four months. They reportedly started out as pals, who first met each other on the music program called Inkigayo almost a decade ago.

Eventually, the close friendship between IU and Lee Jong Suk turned into a romantic relationship.

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Are IU And Lee Jong Suk Really In A Relationship?

The respective talent agencies of the South Korean stars were quick to address the dating news.

HighZium Studio, the agency of Lee Jong Suk, said in an official statement:

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EDAM Entertainment, on the other hand, spoke on IU’s behalf:

How Did IU And Lee Jong Suk’s Relationship Became Public?

Earlier on the day, Lee Jong Suk raised many eyebrows when he expressed gratitude toward an anonymous person during his acceptance speech at the 2022 MBC Drama Awards, where she won the Daesang (Grand Prize) award for his portrayal in the hit K-drama series titled Big Mouth.

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The boyfriend of IU, during his intriguing acceptance speech, said:

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Lee Jong Suk furthered:

Both IU and Lee Jong Suk have yet to give personal statements about their confirmed romance.

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