Over the past 24 hours, Jungkook’s dating rumors have taken over social media, with old rumors being dragged back into the spotlight.
In the midst of this frenzy, media outlets resurfaced an old rumor involving Jungkook and tattoo artist Lee Mijoo. Back in September 2019, a CCTV photo of Jungkook hugging Mijoo circulated widely online, sparking intense speculation that the two were dating at the time. The public went wild, believing the image to be undeniable proof of a relationship.
However, Jungkook’s agency swiftly denied the rumor, stating that Mijoo was simply a close friend. It was clarified that they had met through mutual acquaintances and shared a natural rapport. The infamous photo, which appeared intimate, was in fact taken during a group hangout. Unfortunately, overzealous fans distorted the context and framed it as romantic evidence.
Medias also shed light on the devastating personal toll this incident took on Lee Mijoo. Following the dating rumor, she became the target of aggressive harassment from Jungkook’s fanbase. Her phone number was leaked online, leading to constant calls, including ones from overseas. Her family’s private information was exposed, and even acquaintances who interacted with her were subject to harassment from obsessive fans.
The situation escalated to the point of psychological breakdown. Friends reported that Mijoo, once known for abstaining from alcohol, turned to heavy drinking as a coping mechanism. One close acquaintance, in an interview with YTN Star, expressed sorrow at seeing her spiral into self-destruction: “All she does now is drink, which is nothing like the person I used to know.” The emotional toll became so severe that those around her feared she might contemplate self-harm.
To this day, Mijoo reportedly continues to suffer from the aftershocks. Her social media accounts remain restricted, with comment sections closed out of fear of further attacks from Jungkook’s fans. These defensive measures reveal the lasting scars from the experience.
In closing, medias emphasized that Jungkook himself bears no responsibility for what happened to Lee Mijoo. The blame lies solely with the extreme fans whose toxic behavior not only hurt an innocent woman but also risked damaging the carefully cultivated reputation of Jungkook and BTS as a whole.
Sources: kenh14
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