Brands Ditch South Korean Actor Kim Soo-hyun Over Dating Scandal
Prada and Dinto End Collaborations with Actor
Luxury fashion group Prada has announced that it will no longer be collaborating with South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun, following a dating scandal involving the actor and a deceased actress, Kim Sae-ron. The decision was made after a YouTube expose revealed that Kim Soo-hyun had a romantic relationship with Kim Sae-ron when she was underage, as testified by her relatives.
Goldmedalist Denies Claims of Romantic Relationship
Kim Soo-hyun’s agency, Goldmedalist, has denied the claims of the romantic relationship, stating that Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Sae-ron were not in a romantic relationship from 2015, when Kim Sae-ron was a minor. Goldmedalist also claimed that Kim Soo-hyun had been unfairly linked to Kim Sae-ron’s death.
Kim Sae-ron’s Death Investigation Ongoing
Kim Sae-ron was found dead at her home in February. The cause of her death is still under investigation. Her death has sparked widespread shock and grief in the entertainment industry, with many of her colleagues and fans paying tribute to her on social media.
Brands Distance Themselves from Actor
In addition to Prada, South Korean cosmetic brand Dinto has also announced that it will no longer be working with Kim Soo-hyun. The company stated that it had determined that there were “substantial grounds rendering the fulfillment of the advertising contract unfeasible.”
Kim Soo-hyun’s Agency Owes Damages
Goldmedalist, Kim Soo-hyun’s agency, has been embroiled in a dispute with Kim Sae-ron over a contract dispute. The agency claims that Kim Sae-ron owes it around 0.7 billion won (US$483,759.50) in damages and penalties related to a drunk driving incident in 2022.
Conclusion
The fallout from the dating scandal has led to a number of brands distancing themselves from Kim Soo-hyun, with Prada and Dinto being the latest to announce that they will no longer be collaborating with the actor. The investigation into Kim Sae-ron’s death is ongoing, and the entertainment industry is left reeling from the shock of her passing.
FAQs
* Who is Kim Soo-hyun? A 37-year-old South Korean actor who gained popularity in South Korea and China for his roles in hit dramas such as “My Love from the Star” and “Queen of Tears”.
* What is the nature of the dating scandal? Kim Soo-hyun is accused of having a romantic relationship with Kim Sae-ron when she was underage, as testified by her relatives.
* Who is Kim Sae-ron? A 24-year-old South Korean actress who was found dead at her home in February.
* What is the status of the investigation into Kim Sae-ron’s death? The cause of death is still under investigation.