BLACKPINK's Jennie Among Top Stars Believed to Be Secretly Dating
A recent online poll conducted by community portal site DC Inside revealed BLACKPINK Jennie, Son Heung-min, and Song Hye-kyo as the top stars suspected of being in secret romantic relationships. The poll aimed to discover the public's opinion on celebrities whose dating rumors persist despite denials.
Poll Results and Rankings
The poll, conducted between April 24 and April 30, saw a total of 72,620 votes cast. Footballer Son Heung-min received 8,897 votes (13%), ranking first in the survey. Following him, actress Song Hye-kyo garnered 8,021 votes (12%), taking second place. BLACKPINK Jennie came in third with 7,848 votes (11%).
Son Heung-min's Dating Rumors
Son Heung-min, who currently plays for Tottenham Hotspur FC in the English Premier League, has been linked to several female stars, including Girl's Day Minah, actress Yoo So-young, and BLACKPINK Jisoo.
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Despite the athlete's agency putting an end to the rumors, fans still speculate about the possibility of a secret relationship.
Song Hye-kyo's Past Relationships and Rumors
Song Hye-kyo, who came in second in the poll, has faced several dating rumors. The actress married Song Joong-ki, her co-star in the drama "Descendants of the Sun," in 2017. But after the two parted ways, she has been linked to different male co-stars. Most recently, she was rumored to be dating actor Park Seong-hoon, her co-star in the drama "The Glory."
BLACKPINK Jennie's Love Life Speculations
The BLACKPINK rapper ranked third in the poll. Jennie Kim, a member of the popular K-pop girl group BLACKPINK, has had her fair share of high-profile relationships. She briefly dated Kai, a model, actor, and dancer known as a member of EXO, SM Town, and SuperM. The couple confirmed their relationship in December 2018 but announced their split just a few weeks later, with no specific reason provided.
Another significant figure in Jennie's dating history is G-Dragon. Often referred to as the "King of K-pop," the singer-rapper rose to prominence in the late 2000s as part of the band BIGBANG. The couple first sparked dating rumors in February 2021 but later parted ways in May 2022, also for unknown reasons.
Recently, she was swept up in dating rumors again when an eyewitness claimed to have seen her with BTS's V on Jeju Island. Interestingly, the BLACKPINK rapper has not denied the rumors, leading fans to believe that the relationship is real.
Owing to her thriving career in entertainment, Jennie has amassed a remarkable net worth. As of April 2023, her estimated net worth is around $20 million, primarily attributed to BLACKPINK's accomplishments, her solo projects, and other entrepreneurial endeavors.
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Other stars who made it to the list of most suspected secret romances include G-Dragon (7,793 votes) and Kang Dong-won (7,734 votes).
This survey not only emphasizes people's interest in celebrities' romantic lives but also reveals the influence of online platforms on shaping public views. Although respecting celebrities' privacy is crucial, such polls serve as a reminder that their personal lives continue to be an integral element of contemporary pop culture.
