Korean Celebrities and the Ring Rumors
Even the smallest actions of Korean artists can ignite widespread public interest. One such instance is when a male and female celebrity are spotted wearing matching rings, leading to rampant dating speculations. However, more often than not, these assumptions are merely coincidental.
Let’s delve into the stories of three pairs of Korean celebrities who faced dating rumors due to their choice of jewelry, debunking the misconceptions that surrounded them.
1. Yoona and Taecyeon
In 2010, suspicions arose regarding Yoona and Taecyeon’s relationship following their joint appearance on MBC Gayo Daejun 2009. Rumors intensified as they were seen wearing similar rings. Nevertheless, Taecyeon refuted the claims on Cyworld.
Their participation in the variety show Family Outing further debunked the rumors, as they displayed nothing more than friendship. Yoona clarified that her ring symbolized friendship with another SNSD member, while Taecyeon revealed his ring was a gift from his parents. Thus, the alleged romance was proven false.
2. Bae Suzy and Sung Joon
Reports of Suzy and Sung Joon dating surfaced after they were spotted together. Their collaboration in the drama Gu Family Book fueled the speculation, especially when Suzy wore a ring believed to be a couple’s ring on Sung Joon’s birthday in 2013.
However, JYP Entertainment, Suzy’s agency, swiftly dispelled the rumors, asserting that Suzy’s ring was merely a promotional accessory for a brand. There was no romantic significance attached to it.