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A shocking allegation surfaced regarding the late actress Kim Sae Ron and actor Kim Soo Hyun. Kim Sae Ron’s aunt, in an interview with controversial YouTuber Kim Se Ui, claimed a long-term relationship between the two, accusing Kim Soo Hyun of contributing to Kim Sae Ron’s death. GOLD MEDALIST, Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, has vehemently denied these claims and announced legal action.
Allegations of a Six-Year Relationship
According to the aunt’s phone conversation with Kim Se Ui, Kim Sae Ron and Kim Soo Hyun began dating in 2015, when she was 15 and he was 27. The aunt stated the relationship lasted until 2021. She further alleged that Kim Sae Ron helped Kim Soo Hyun establish his agency, GOLD MEDALIST, in 2019, by providing free labor.
The aunt claims that after Kim Sae Ron’s drunk driving incident in 2022, GOLD MEDALIST handled the situation, paying ₩700 million KRW (approximately $483,000 USD) in damages. She said Kim Sae Ron was later asked to repay this amount, and that Kim Soo Hyun became unreachable when she tried to contact him. The aunt also alleged that Kim Soo Hyun provided reporters with Kim Sae Ron’s cousin’s phone number, leading to her feeling betrayed.
The aunt further claims that Kim Sae Ron posted a picture of herself and Kim Soo Hyun on Instagram in 2024, hoping for a response. Instead, GOLD MEDALIST issued a statement that “painted Kim Sae Ron in a negative way.” The aunt concluded that financial struggles and the alleged betrayal contributed to Kim Sae Ron’s suicide on Kim Soo Hyun’s birthday.
GOLD MEDALIST’s Response and Legal Action
GOLD MEDALIST swiftly responded to the allegations, stating they are “completely untrue and unacceptable.” The agency announced they are pursuing “the strongest possible legal action” against Garosero Research Institute for spreading false information and defaming Kim Soo Hyun, while disrespecting the late Kim Sae Ron.
The agency’s official statement included:
“Hello, this is GOLD MEDALIST.
We would like to issue an official statement regarding the YouTube broadcast by Garosero Research Institute concerning actor Kim Soo Hyun.
All claims made by Garosero Research Institute regarding Kim Soo Hyun through their YouTube broadcast are false. They alleged that the company and Kim Soo Hyun, alongside YouTuber Lee Jin Ho, harassed the late actress Kim Sae Ron. Additionally, they claimed that Kim Soo Hyun had been in a romantic relationship with the late Kim Sae Ron since she was 15, that the company mishandled the situation following her DUI incident, and even that one of our managers was personally acquainted with YouTuber Lee Jin Ho. These malicious accusations against the company and Kim Soo Hyun are completely untrue and unacceptable. We are currently looking into pursuing the strongest possible legal action against Garosero Research Institute for spreading false information.
GOLD MEDALIST is deeply saddened by the passing of the late Kim Sae Ron, who was once part of the agency, and we mourn her loss. However, the dissemination of such false information by Garosero Research Institute mirrors the very ‘cyber wrecking’ that the late Kim Sae Ron suffered from during her lifetime. These actions are solely for personal gain of the YouTuber, defaming both the company and the deceased. We will respond to these allegations with zero tolerance.
We earnestly request that these baseless falsehoods are not further spread, amplified, or reproduced.
— GOLD MEDALIST”
Kim Sae Ron’s father has also reportedly blamed YouTuber Lee Jin Ho for her death.
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Saikat Nandy is an entertainment news writer who covers the latest trends and stories from the world of showbiz, has a keen eye for spotting the most interesting and relevant topics, and delivers them to his audience with flair and humor. He is also a freelance blogger, content writer, and website designer who loves to explore new technologies and creative ideas.
