Jung Woo Sung’s recent revelation as the father of model Moon Gabi’s newborn child has created significant buzz in Korea. While the actor confirmed he will take responsibility for the child, he also clarified there are no plans for marriage. In the wake of this, his dating history has come under intense scrutiny, leading to heated discussions online.

Shin Hyun Bin’s Name Unfairly Dragged Into the Issue

Amid this controversy, a report reignited interest in Jung Woo Sung’s past dating rumors, mentioning several celebrities allegedly linked to him over the years. Among the names listed was actress Shin Hyun Bin, known for her role in Hospital Playlist.

This mention angered many fans and netizens, as the dating rumors between the two were brief, unconfirmed, and widely dismissed at the time. Critics accused the report of needlessly dragging Shin Hyun Bin into the spotlight.

There were occasional rumors of Jung Woo Sung dating non-celebrities, but his side consistently denied them. Then, earlier this month, a dating rumor surfaced involving Jung Woo Sung and actress Shin Hyun Bin, who is 13 years his junior (38 years old).

This rumor, which spread across various online communities, was sparked by claims that Jung Woo Sung and Shin Hyun Bin had been seen wearing matching items and that Shin Hyun Bin had visited Jung Woo Sung’s favorite wine bar.

— MyDaily on Shin and Jung’s rumors

Netizens Slam Sensationalized Journalism

The report sparked backlash across online forums like TheQoo, where posts discussing Shin Hyun Bin’s inclusion in the story went viral, gathering over 66,000 views. Many users criticized the media for its sensationalism:

• “Why not just list the names of every single actress he hasn’t dated while you’re at it? Seriously, how low can journalism get?”
• “What did Shin Hyun Bin do to deserve this? So ridiculous. Did they drag her in just because she worked with him?”
• “Why is Shin Hyun Bin even involved… Isn’t this just delusional fanfiction?”
• “What crime did Shin Hyun Bin commit?”
• “Leave Shin Hyun Bin out of this, for f*ck’s sake. She has nothing to do with it, poor thing.”
• “Why is Shin Hyun Bin being dragged into this? “

Netizens emphasized that Shin Hyun Bin, who has no confirmed connection to Jung Woo Sung’s controversy, should not be implicated or associated with unrelated gossip.

Fans Call for Respect for Both Actors

While the controversy surrounding Jung Woo Sung continues to stir debate, fans have called for more respect for both actors. Many expressed disappointment at the media’s tendency to sensationalize stories at the expense of individuals who are not directly involved.