Netizens - especially the Hottest - were thrilled that the K-pop idol and actor Taecyeon from 2PM has confirmed that he's in a relationship with a non-celebrity lady!
This, indeed, was great news for a lot of K-pop enthusiasts, while others got extremely curious about the real identity of his sweetheart. According to 51K, Taecyeon's label, his girlfriend's identity is to remain private as she is not a celebrity.
However, a friend of the K-pop idol is generous enough to give facts about her!
According to this friend, 2PM's Taecyeon's girlfriend is the first to be revealed to the public in 12 years of his career. In an exclusive interview by Sports Chosun, Taecyeon's close comrade revealed some facts that fans need to know.
First, 2PM's Taecyeon's girlfriend is a 29-year-old lady who works in an office. Surprisingly, they have been meeting each other for about three years up to the date it was confirmed, according to the interviewee.
Second, she didn't place a barrier between her and the idol even when he was fulfilling his mandatory enlistment. He was officially discharged in May of 2019. She must have patiently waited for him like those fans who always rejoice when stars are released from the army.
Third, she continued to date Taecyeon, just like any other ordinary couple does during the time while her boyfriend was in the military service.
According to this pal, Taecyeon is seriously dating this lucky girl whom he bravely revealed even if the South Korean culture has a stigma on idols that are dating. Indeed, fans would say that this woman is someone who has a huge part in his heart right now.
On June 23, 51K released their official confirmation on the dating rumors and decided not to give further details as they respected the personal life of their artist and his privacy. They also confirmed that the woman is a non-showbiz girl.
Since the news came out, most of his fans are glad to know that he finally revealed his relationship in public. They expressed their happiness for him.
South Korean celebrities are keen on dating rumors as it might make or break their publicity. There are celebrity couples who received a backlash instead after knowing that they are in a relationship, while some are lucky enough to embrace the acceptance of the mob.
Ok Taecyeon, 31, is one of the members of 2PM and is also known for starring in well-known dramas, such as "Dream High," "Let's Fight Ghost," and "Save Me." After his discharge, his first post-military project was in "The Game: Towards Zero." He is slated to headline his first-ever period film "Hansan" in 2021.
