Youngjae debuted as a member of seven-member boy group GOT7 back in January 2014. Following his debut, Youngjae rose to stardom and became one of the most popular idols among the third generation for not only GOT7's songs, but also his personality. With his status as an idol, many are always eager to know more about Youngjae and his personal and public life, especially his dating life.
In fact, the GOT7 member even became involved in a dating rumor with a female singer named Lovey. But why was he linked to her? Did they really date? Keep on reading to find out!
GOT7 Youngjae Dating Rumor With Lovey
Back in June of this year, questions regarding Youngjae's dating life had surfaced after a Korean media outlet reported that the GOT7 member was dating another singer.
According to media outlet Wikitree, Youngjae was in a relationship with solo artist Lovey, who was born in 1993 and is three years older than Youngjae, who was born in 1996.
Wikitree states that Youngjae and Lovey had been dating for a year already. According to the media outlet, Youngjae had extended an invitation to GOT7's fan meeting Homecoming 2022 Fancon to Lovey. The event was held back in May for two days, with Lovey reportedly being in attendance on the second day of the fan meeting event.
It was also pointed out by Wikitree that Youngjae had worked together with Lovey for one of GOT7's b-side track, "Drive Me to the Moon," which was included in their eponymous mini album "GOT7" that was released back in May of this year.
However, Lovey was listed in the credits under her birth name Kim Hye Soo as a lyricist, while Youngjae was credited under his other stage name Ars.
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Wikitree also notes that Lovey had shared GOT7's album cover through her Instagram account. Her post is also accompanied with a message of support.
Youngjae had also reportedly worked with Lovey for her own song, with him participating in the composing, writing, and even featured in Lovey's December 2021 release, "Hurry." Attention was also drawn to the fact that the lyrics for "Hurry" was about love.
Following reports of their alleged relationship, Youngjae's agency Sublime Artist Agency issued a statement to deny the rumors.
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According to Youngjae's agency, the two are only colleagues who help each other and cheer on for each other's respective activities.
GOT7 Youngjae Relationship Status
As of now, Youngjae is currently single and is not dating anyone publicly, nor has he had any confirmed relationships in the past.
But when it comes to his ideal type, Youngjae mentions that if he likes her, then she is his ideal type.
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Written by Robyn Joan