Hyeri Is Caught Up In New Dating Rumors—Here's What Her Agency Had To Say

Looks like love might be in the air for South Korean actress Lee Hyeri, and yes, her agency has released an official response to the dating rumors surrounding their talent.

Sublime Artist Agency released a brief statement that read, "As this concerns the actor's private life, it is difficult to confirm. We ask for your understanding."

Hyeri was reported to have been dating Wootae, a dancer known for joining MNet's Street Man Fighter competition. South Korean media outlet reported that Hyeri met Wootae during the filming of the film Victory, which took place in 2024.

For most fans (and let's be real, the entire Internet), this rumored pairing was totally unexpected and easily one of the most surprising celeb love rumors of the year. That said, neither Hyeri nor Wootae—or even their agencies—has confirmed anything. So for now, this is all merely speculation.

Perhaps one of the reasons why it's A Big Deal for the Internet is because this marks the first time Hyeri has been romantically linked to someone since her high-profile breakup with ex-boyfriend Ryu Jun Yeol. Their previous relationship lasted seven years, which had fans feel deeply invested in its progress. The breakup stirred even more buzz earlier this year when Ryu was quickly linked to actor Han So Hee, sparking a wave of online drama.

Hyeri made headlines for her emotional response to the news, which led to a bit of back-and-forth between the stars and their fandoms. Now, with Hyeri reportedly moving on, fans are watching closely, but mostly cheering her on as she steps into this fresh chapter.