YG Entertainment's response to BLACKPINK member Rosé and actor Kang Dong Won's dating rumors has stirred up a lot of attention online, leading netizens to believe that the two stars may actually be in a relationship.

The rumors began to spread after netizens posted about the alleged evidence of their relationship online.

After the rumors gained momentum, YG Entertainment released an official statement saying, "It is difficult to confirm because it is the private matter of the artists."

This response led many netizens to believe that the rumors are true, as YG Entertainment is known to outright deny such rumors if they are not true.

Interestingly, Kang Dong Won was part of the YG Entertainment family until his contract expired in December of last year. The 16-year age gap between the two has also sparked reactions online.

Here are some of the netizens' reactions to the dating rumors:

"Rosé, please find someone closer to your age. TTT."
"If the reports weren't true, YG would have said they'd take strong legal action. Lolll."
"He's always had a thing for tall women…"
"Yes, this is shocking. "It's crazy to think that these two are dating…"
"YG would always say that it's not true if it wasn't, but they'd say something like this if the rumors were true."
"There's a 16-year age difference, and that's not a joke."
"So, are they seeing each other or not?"

What are your thoughts?

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Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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