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Kim Soo-hyun Denies Underage Dating Allegations in Emotional Press Conference

The South Korean actor admitted to a past relationship with Kim Sae-ron when she was an adult, while accusing her family of fabricating evidence and filing lawsuits for defamation.

South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun, embroiled in controversy over his relationship with actress Kim Sae-ron, who was found dead in February, sheds tears during a press conference in Seoul, South Korea, March 31, 2025. REUTERS/Kim Soo-hyeon
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South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun, embroiled in controversy over his relationship with actress Kim Sae-ron, who was found dead in February, stands during a press conference in Seoul, South Korea, March 31, 2025. REUTERS/Kim Soo-hyeon

Overview

  • Kim Soo-hyun publicly denied allegations that he dated the late actress Kim Sae-ron when she was underage, claiming their relationship occurred when she was an adult between 2019 and 2020.
  • The actor accused Kim Sae-ron’s family of fabricating evidence, including chat messages and photos, to frame him as a pedophile and link him to her death by suicide in February 2025.
  • Kim Soo-hyun admitted to previously denying their relationship in 2024 to protect his career and projects, citing pressure as a lead actor in the drama 'Queen of Tears.'
  • His legal team has filed criminal complaints and a civil lawsuit seeking damages of 12 billion won ($8.1 million) against Kim Sae-ron’s family and a YouTube channel for defamation.
  • The controversy has severely impacted Kim Soo-hyun’s career, with brands like Prada cutting ties and a Disney+ project being postponed, while public scrutiny and legal battles continue.