IU and Lee Jong Suk confirm breakup after four years of relationship, promise to support each other as colleagues

Lee Jong Suk and IU (Pictures via X)

South Korean stars IU and Lee Jong Suk have officially ended their relationship after four years together. Their respective agencies confirmed the news on July 10, stating that the pair recently decided to part ways and will continue to support each other as colleagues.

IU and Lee Jong Suk end their relationship

The singer-actor and the Big Mouth star first confirmed their romance in late 2022 after years of friendship. Since then, they had largely kept their relationship out of the spotlight, making only occasional references to one another while focusing on their busy careers. Their low-key approach earned admiration from fans, who often praised the couple for maintaining privacy despite intense public interest.

According to statements released through their agencies, the breakup was mutual, and both stars have chosen to remain on good terms. While no detailed reason for the split was disclosed, representatives stressed that it is a private matter and requested fans to respect the actors' personal lives.

News of the breakup quickly spread across social media, where fans expressed both surprise and sadness. Many shared messages wishing the former couple happiness in their future endeavors, while others looked back on some of their memorable public moments over the past four years. Reddit users described the announcement as unexpected, though many appreciated that the separation appeared to be amicable.

All about their professional front

Professionally, both stars remain busy with major projects. IU is currently preparing a new album and an upcoming concert, while Lee Jong Suk is gearing up for the release of his highly anticipated drama The Remarried Empress. Their agencies indicated that both will continue concentrating on their individual careers following the split.

Although their romantic relationship has come to an end, the two are expected to continue supporting one another professionally. Their agencies reiterated that IU and Lee Jong Suk have chosen to remain respectful colleagues, bringing their four-year romance to a peaceful close while requesting understanding and privacy from the public.

IU has been winning hearts with her recent projects, she shot to massive fame after her show 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' and recently her show Perfect Crown had mired in controversies over the depiction of culture.