Hyeri’s agency SUBLIME has responded to reports about her alleged relationship with dancer Woo Tae, stating that it is difficult to confirm details about her personal life. The agency’s statement comes after a media outlet claimed the two have been dating for nearly a year.
A SUBLIME representative told Sports Kyunghyang on July 1:
“As this pertains to the actor’s private life, it is hard to verify.”
The dating rumors began after reports suggested Hyeri and Woo Tae grew close while working together on the 2023 film ‘Victory’, where she played a cheerleader. Woo Tae reportedly served as her choreography coach during the production.
Hyeri and Woo Tae’s Professional Connection
Hyeri, who debuted in 2010 as a member of the girl group Girl’s Day, later transitioned into acting. She has starred in popular dramas like ‘Reply 1988’ and ‘My Roommate Is a Gumiho’. Woo Tae, on the other hand, is a professional dancer known for his appearance on the 2022 Mnet dance competition ‘Street Man Fighter’.
Fans have pointed out that the timeline of their alleged relationship raises questions. The filming for ‘Victory’ took place in early 2023, and dance rehearsals likely happened even earlier. Some speculate whether this new relationship overlaps with Hyeri’s past dating history.
Fan Reactions and Skepticism
Netizens have mixed reactions to the agency’s vague response. Many believe that if the rumors were false, the agency would have denied them outright. Some comments from online discussions include:
“First statement: ‘We’re looking into it.’ – 10 mins later: ‘It’s hard to confirm.’ Oh please. She’s active and flying around multiple countries, you think her manager doesn’t know if Hyeri’s been dating for a year?”
“The timeline is so suspicious, the filming of ‘Victory’ took place in early 2023 and the dance practice was probably before that?”
Others defended Hyeri’s right to privacy:
“Stop invading other people’s privacy.”
“I need this response or statement to be what other agencies say when it comes to dating rumors. Every human being, celebrity or not, has a right to a private life.”
Past Dating History and Controversy
Hyeri was previously in a long-term relationship with actor Ryu Jun-yeol, which ended in 2023. Their breakup was followed by controversy when Ryu Jun-yeol quickly entered a new relationship with actress Han So-hee, leading to public scrutiny. Some fans now question whether Hyeri’s new relationship timeline overlaps with her past one.
One comment read:
“If so, then what was the scandal about last year? Maybe that’s why the agency is silent, because they are afraid of a backlash if people find out that at the time of the scandal she was in another relationship.”
Also Read: Is Girl’s Day Hyeri Dating Dancer Woo Tae After Bonding on ‘Victory’ Film Set? Here’s What We Know
Hyeri remains active in the entertainment industry, balancing acting and music. Woo Tae continues his work as a choreographer and dancer. Whether the dating rumors are true or not, fans hope both can focus on their careers without excessive media intrusion.
