Squid Game star Jung Ho Yeon and Lee Dong Hwi call it quits after 9 years of dating — agency responds?

Model-turned-actress Jung Ho Yeon, known for her role in Netflix hit series Squid Game, has broken up with her boyfriend and actor Lee Dong Hwi of Reply 1988 fame. The pair parted ways after nine years of dating.

Jung Ho Yeon and Lee Dong Hwi call it quits after nine years of dating?

According to an exclusive TVN report, Jung Ho Yeon and Lee Dong Hwi have decided to call it quits after dating for a glorious nine years. Although the reason for their breakup was not immediately known, the report stated that they had decided to be good colleagues going forward.

Jung Ho Yeon’s agency releases a statement

Jung's agency confirmed the reports of her breakup with a statement that read: It is correct that Jung Ho Yeon and Lee Dong Hwi have broken up. They have decided to go back to being good colleagues.

Netizens react to Jung Ho Yeon and Lee Dong Hwi's breakup

Nobody could have predicted Jung and Lee would break up after being together for almost a decade but hasn't 2024 been a year full of surprises? Fans are heartbroken over their break-up, with some saying they have lost hope in love now.

"Nine years together and now this… tough break. They both deserve happiness, though. Hope they’re okay," one user wrote.

?"I've lost all hope in everything," noted another.

One X user stated, "Hope they each find their happiness."

?"Some breakups are better handled privately, without airing dirty laundry. Here's hoping Jung Hoyeon and Lee Donghui can rise above the gossip, keep it classy, and emerge from this tough transition with dignity intact when the dust settles. No need to fuel nasty rumor cycles" noted another fan.?

Will Jung Ho Yeon return for Squid Game 2?

The highly-anticipated season two of Squid Game is officially coming to Netflix on December 26, 2024! While Lee Jung Jae and Gong Yoo are confirmed to return for the second season, it remains unclear if Jung Ho Yeon will make an appearance in the forthcoming instalment. Her performance as Kang Sae-byeok was widely praised, garnering her a Primetime Emmy Awards nomination.

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