Former Lovelyz member Lee Mi Joo and football player Song Bumkeun are confirmed to be dating.
Lee Mi Joo’s agency, Antenna, confirmed the relationship yesterday. In a statement, they acknowledged, “The two have developed feelings for each other and are taking things slowly as they get to know each other better. We kindly ask for your warm support.”
Lee Mi Joo sparked dating rumors with soccer player Song Bumkeun yesterday. Reports also mentioned her recent visit to Yokohama, Japan, where Song Bum-keun’s team is based.
Fans may know Lee Mi Joo from her debut in 2014 with the girl group Lovelyz. Now, she’s keeping audiences entertained on MBC’s Hangout With Yoo. She is 29 years old and is 3 years older than the soccer player Song. Lee Mi Joo’s agency, Antenna, is currently looking into the rumors.
Song Bumkeun, the 26-year-old goalkeeper, has been making his mark on the J-League with Shonan Bellmare for the past year. Recently, he received a call-up to the Korean national team for the upcoming 2026 North American World Cup Asian qualifiers.
The dating rumors gained traction after fans noticed videos of the pair enjoying the same dolphin show posted on their respective Instagram accounts. Eagle-eyed fans also spotted them having meals at the same restaurant and visiting the same aquarium.
With this “evidence” piling up, fans seem to have suspected a spark between the two for some time. One fan even commented on Lee Mi Joo’s Instagram on April 17th. The user playfully said, “Just post a photo with him already. You guys would look perfect together.”
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