CL was the rapper and leader of the legendary YG Entertainment girl group, 2NE1. As a member of 2NE1 - a group who set revolutionized the standard for girl groups - CL achieved international fame as one of the most charismatic performers in the industry. With her status, many are always curious to know more about the personal life of "The Baddest Female," especially her dating life.
In fact, she was even linked to British model, Ash Stymest, and DPR's Ian. So, why was she linked to these two? Is CL currently dating anyone? Keep on reading to find out!
CL's Dating Rumor with British Model Ash Stymest
British model Ash Stymest
Back in 2016, the former 2NE1 member and Ash Stymest, a British model, became a hot topic among netizens for allegedly being in a relationship.
Ash Stymest first met CL when he appeared in the music video for 2NE1's "Gotta Be You" back in 2014, and since then, the two have kept a close relationship. The rumor of the two dating was fueled by the fact that Ash Stymest has a tattoo of CL's birth name, Lee Chae Rin (이채린), on his wrist.
According to the rumors, Ash Stymest allegedly got the tattoo during their relationship.
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Ash Stymest's tattoo of CL's name on his right wrist
Fans were sent into another frenzy when a Twitter user, who claimed to be a friend of Ash Stymest and was also in one of CL's videos, confirmed that the two used to date.
Although neither parties confirmed nor denied the dating rumors, many fans believe that CL and Ash Stymest really dated in the past.
CL's Dating Rumor with DPR Ian
DPR's Ian
More recently, dating rumors sparked between CL and DPR's Ian, also known as Christian Yu and a former C-CLOWN member. This happened when Ian starred in the music video for CL's song, "+5 Star+," back in November 2020, and fans claimed that the two's on-screen chemistry was too emotionally good, leading them to think that CL and Ian may be dating in real life.
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Not only that, but Ian also held an Instagram Live, where he mentioned CL and addressed her as "Chaerinie." In his Instagram Live, he also said that he "feels like she came at a right time into my life."
DPR’s IAN talks about CL on Instagram live
— CLTheBaddestFemale (@BaddestFemaleCL) October 26, 2020
Thank you @sophiegzb for the video pic.twitter.com/fsCA3MowbZ
While some think that the two are secretly dating, many believe that CL and Ian are just good friends.
CL's Current Relationship Status
As of this moment, CL is single and is not dating anyone publicly, nor did she have any confirmed relationships in the past. She did mention in the past that her ideal type is someone "who is in his own world," stating that she likes someone with individuality, although others may think that he is crazy.
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Written by Robyn Joan
