Amid a whirlwind of shocking allegations and relentless media scrutiny, Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, Gold Medalist, has finally spoken out, addressing ongoing rumors connecting the actor to the late Kim Sae Ron.

With speculation reaching a fever pitch, the agency has released an extensive statement debunking misinformationspread by the controversial YouTube channel HOVERLAB, which accused Kim Soo Hyun of being involved in Kim Sae Ron’s tragic passing.

Kim Soo Hyun & Kim Sae Ron’s Relationship—Setting the Record Straight

According to Gold Medalist, Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron dated from the summer of 2019 until autumn 2020—after she had reached adulthood. The agency firmly denied claims that the actor was involved with Kim Sae Ron while she was still a minor, stating:

🟡 The photos circulating online were taken in 2019 and 2020, not 2016, as falsely alleged.
🟡 Metadata from the original images proves the timeline, debunking claims of an underage relationship.
🟡 Kim Soo Hyun’s military letter to Kim Sae Ron was a personal letter to a close acquaintance, not a love letter as some media suggested.

Despite presenting evidence, Gold Medalist expressed frustration over how easily unverified claims have spiraled out of control, painting Kim Soo Hyun as a villain.

Did Kim Soo Hyun Ignore Kim Sae Ron’s Financial Struggles? Gold Medalist Responds

In one of the most damaging accusations, HOVERLAB alleged that Kim Soo Hyun ignored Kim Sae Ron’s pleas for financial help, suggesting that Gold Medalist pressured her to pay off debts, ultimately pushing her toward her tragic fate.

🚨 Gold Medalist denied these claims entirely, revealing that the agency had, in fact, covered the remaining debt that Kim Sae Ron was unable to pay off.

📌 Facts according to the agency:
✔️ Gold Medalist helped Kim Sae Ron negotiate her debt after her DUI accident, reducing it from 1.1 billion KRW ($765,000) to 700 million KRW ($481,000).
✔️ Kim Sae Ron consented to sell her car to help cover the damages—debunking claims that the agency took her vehicle without permission.
✔️ By December 2023, Gold Medalist wrote off Kim Sae Ron’s remaining debt, ensuring that she was no longer financially burdened.
✔️ Kim Soo Hyun never lent money to Kim Sae Ron—and they had already broken up by the time she faced financial difficulties.

Gold Medalist Slams HOVERLAB for Distorting Facts

The agency strongly condemned the fabrication of rumors, accusing HOVERLAB of intentionally twisting the narrative.

⚠️ False claims that photos from 2019-2020 were taken in 2016 have fueled unwarranted backlash against Kim Soo Hyun.
⚠️ An anonymous source, falsely identified as Kim Sae Ron’s family member, has been spreading unverified information.
⚠️ Kim Soo Hyun has been unfairly labeled as a "devil" responsible for Kim Sae Ron’s passing, despite evidence proving otherwise.

Gold Medalist emphasized that the spread of misinformation has severely impacted not just Kim Soo Hyun, but also Kim Sae Ron’s grieving family and loved ones.

Kim Soo Hyun’s Mental & Emotional State—Agency Reveals His Struggles

Since the explosive accusations surfaced, Kim Soo Hyun has been struggling emotionally.

💔 Gold Medalist reported that he is experiencing severe emotional distress, worsened by aggressive media presence outside his agency building.
📷 Photographers have been staking out near his residence, further escalating pressure and public scrutiny.

While acknowledging that public figures must face criticism, Gold Medalist questioned whether the relentless invasion of Kim Soo Hyun’s private life is truly justifiable.

Final Thoughts—Gold Medalist Calls for Responsibility in Media Reporting

To conclude their statement, Gold Medalist urged media outlets and netizens to stop spreading unverified claims, asking:

🔹 Who truly benefits from the invasion of privacy and the distortion of facts?
🔹 Why are false narratives being weaponized against Kim Soo Hyun?
🔹 Should a normal relationship between two consenting adults be twisted into a scandalous crime?

While Kim Soo Hyun acknowledges the scrutiny that comes with being a public figure, the misrepresentation of his private life has reached harmful levels.

With unrelenting rumors tarnishing his name, the real question remains: Will the truth be enough to clear his reputation?