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“I Did Not Date the Deceased When She Was a Minor” – Kim Soo-hyun Speaks Out
On March 31, 2025, renowned South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun held a press conference to address recent allegations concerning his past relationship with the late actress Kim Sae-ron. The 37-year-old actor firmly denied claims that he had dated Kim Sae-ron while she was underage, expressing deep distress over the accusations.
Kim Soo-hyun clarified that their romantic involvement occurred five years ago, when Kim Sae-ron was of legal age. Born in July 2000, Kim Sae-ron would have been 19 at the time. He emphasized that their relationship did not begin during her minority and refuted suggestions that his actions contributed to her tragic passing in February at the age of 24. “I did not date the deceased when she was a minor. And it is also not true that the deceased made a tragic choice because of me turning a blind eye,” Kim stated during the conference.
The controversy emerged after a YouTube exposé alleged that Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Sae-ron had been involved in a romantic relationship since 2016, when she was 15 and he was 27. The video presented purported evidence, including screenshots of messages, which Kim Soo-hyun has labeled as false.
In response to these allegations, several brands, including luxury fashion house Prada, have severed ties with the actor.
Addressing the fallout, Kim Soo-hyun announced legal action against those disseminating the accusations. His legal team has filed lawsuits seeking damages totaling 12 billion won (approximately $8.15 million) and has reported individuals involved in the YouTube exposé for defamation and violations of information protection laws.
The late Kim Sae-ron was once considered a rising star in South Korea’s entertainment industry. However, her career faced challenges following a drunk driving incident in 2022, which led to significant public scrutiny.
In the wake of the controversy, Kim Soo-hyun’s professional engagements have been impacted. A fan meeting in Taiwan, initially scheduled for March 30, was canceled due to “schedule adjustments,” resulting in a reported penalty of approximately 1.3 billion won. Despite this, other events, such as the 2025 Kaohsiung Cherry Blossom Festival in Taiwan, proceeded with his participation as planned.
The long-awaited trial in the murder case of legendary rapper Tupac Shakur has reached a major development, with Duane “Keffe D” Davis sentenced to 40 years to life in prison on October 13, 2026.
Davis was convicted of first-degree murder in August 2026 for his role in orchestrating the 1996 killing. Tupac was shot in a drive-by attack in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996, and died six days later.
During the sentencing, the judge addressed Davis, rejecting his claims that he had changed his life and moved on from his past. “Mr. Davis, for three years, I’ve heard you say some variation of the same thing to law enforcement, [in interviews], in your book, and it’s something like, ‘Yeah, I was involved in this, but I’m different. I’ve moved on. I got out of Compton. I’m a grandfather now.’ I’m here to tell you that’s not how this works,” the judge said.
She continued “You don’t get to take a man from his family. You don’t get to take his very life, his whole future from him, and just walk away from it. Especially when that man is Tupac Shakur.
“The world never forgot about him and his death, and neither did Las Vegas. It took us 30 years, but at this time, you are going to face justice for what you did on Sept. 7, 1996.”
Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has reflected on how his perception of YouTube movies has changed over the years. The actor recalled that there was a time when he looked down on movies released on YouTube.
However, he now appreciates the opportunities they have provided for his career and joked that he might have struggled financially if he had continued to dismiss them.
Sharing his thoughts in a post on X, Egbuson wrote “Can’t believe I was looking down on YouTube movies at some point. Hunger go don kpai me by now.”
Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has advised young people who are still living with their parents not to rush into moving out because of peer pressure.
The singer encouraged young people to focus on their personal circumstances rather than compare their lives with those of others. He noted that there is no need to leave their parents’ homes simply because they want to feel independent.
Sharing his advice, Dakolo said “No hurry, leave your papa house because of peer pressure. Forget all that, ‘I don’t have my freedom here.’”
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