Sooyoung of Girls' Generation and actor Jung Kyung Ho have reportedly ended their long-running relationship after more than 12 years together, leaving fans shocked and emotional as they reflect on one of K-entertainment's most well-known couples.
According to reports, both stars' agencies confirmed that the pair recently decided to break up after growing apart over time. The two are said to have agreed to remain supportive colleagues moving forward.
Their split has quickly become a major topic online, especially among fans who had long expected the couple to eventually marry.
Jung and Sooyoung first met through church and began dating in 2012. They later made their relationship public in 2014 and remained open about their affection for each other over the years, often mentioning each other during interviews and public appearances, KDramaStars reported
Because of that openness, many supporters believed their relationship was stable and long-term.
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Jung Kyung Ho Faces Backlash
In the days following the announcement, online reactions have been mixed. Some fans expressed sadness, while others focused criticism on Jung Kyung Ho, with some social media users claiming he should have taken steps toward marriage after such a long relationship.
The backlash has spread quickly across platforms, though neither star has responded publicly to the criticism. Interest in the breakup has also led fans to revisit past social media posts.
According to KPopHit, one moment gaining attention was Jung's Instagram story posted on April 8, showing cherry blossoms with the caption "I saw them, too."
Fans pointed out that Sooyoung had shared a similar cherry blossom photo a few days earlier, sparking speculation that the posts reflected moments they could not share together. The interpretation went viral, gathering over a million views in online discussions.
The couple's relationship had long been viewed as one of the most stable in the Korean entertainment industry. Over the years, they were often surrounded by marriage rumors, fueled by public appearances, small personal gestures, and comments from people close to them.
One widely discussed moment involved Jung wearing a ring on his left hand during a YouTube appearance, which sparked engagement speculation at the time. He later described it as a personal accessory without further explanation.
