The second rumored girlfriend of Anton took her thoughts to social media, sparking embarrassed reactions from netizens.
Read more to learn further details.
RIIZE Anton's Second Rumored Girlfriend Denies Groundless Rumors, Stans Embarrassed Over Speculations
RIIZE is currently taking the spotlight in the K-pop community, as the members have been embroiled in several scandals. The group's youngest member, Anton, became entangled in dating rumors with multiple dating allegations from netizens.
Online, netters took matters into their own hands as they attempted to find "proof" that the "Love 119" singer had dated in the past. The first dating allegation the idol received was back on March 11, but the speculated female individual firmly denied the allegations.
However, netizens weren't done with the sleuthing, as a second female friend of Anton's was speculated to be dating the idol. On March 13, netizens gathered in an online thread titled, "Anton's female friend's new Instagram Story."
The author revealed that the rumors have now reached the female friend and through an Instagram Story, she clarified that she has been long-time friends with Anton.
The female friend also explained that she and Anton have never dated, and encouraged everyone to refrain from spreading baseless claims.
"Anton and I have been friends for years. We are not dating and have never dated. Please don't spread false rumors. Thank you."
Fans vented how embarrassing the whole situation was and expressed fatigue over the intense scrutiny the group has been receiving. Some even mentioned other idols like aespa Karina, whose dating flak reached the international media. Read their reactions below:
"The idol industry is just insane. They will grab any kid."
"K-pop fans are all like that. Seriously, what a national embarrassment from Karina to Anton. This is just embarrassing."
"How cringe."
"What crime did she even commit?"
"A national and international embarrassment. Trolls did it again."
International fans agreed with the sentiments and rolled their eyes over Anton's issue. They also called out the "delusional" netizens who contributed to the commotion. Here's how they reacted:
"And it's always an SM idol. They truly have the worst stans!"
"It's not the stans it's the antis. Basically, other 5th gen stans being jealous of RIIZE popularity."
"So embarrassing that she had to do this. At the same time, I hope she stops posting as well to maybe try to let the issue die down as they eventually will anyway."
"They have everything, antis, trolls, crazy fans, akgaes. This was teamwork."
"The whole thing is so embarrassing.
"This is exactly what sane K-pop fans have been trying to repair this whole time about the "liking K-pop" image, but the delulu stans make everyone look deranged."
The female friend's older sister has also addressed the dating rumors online.
What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments below!
