[Comprehensive] Jung Kyung-ho and Choi Soo-young acknowledge breakup... 'Ring to pet dog' 14-year relationship history repeatedly brought up [Star Issue]

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Actors Jung Kyung-ho and Girls' Generation member and actress Choi Soo-young have acknowledged their breakup. Amid this, their 14-year love story is being repeatedly recalled, evoking sadness.

On the 9th, Jung Kyung-ho's side told StarNews, "It is true that we have broken up with Choi Soo-young. As it is a private matter, it is difficult to confirm the specific timing. It appears that their busy schedules influenced the breakup."

On the same day, Choi Soo-young's agency also stated, "We have decided to remain good colleagues," acknowledging the breakup with Jung Kyung-ho.

Jung Kyung-ho and Choi Soo-young began dating in 2012 and officially acknowledged their romance in 2014. Since then, they have continued a public relationship for 14 years, establishing themselves as a long-lasting couple, Yeon Ye-gye (CEO).

In various interviews and broadcasts, they did not hide their affection for each other and were widely loved for maintaining a natural and healthy relationship.

However, recently, rumors of their breakup spread online. The rumors surfaced after it was pointed out that Jung Kyung-ho and Choi Soo-young had unfollowed each other on their SNS accounts. Ultimately, both sides acknowledged the breakup, bringing an end to their long public relationship.

Notably, on the day the breakup news was released, a photo of Jung Kyung-ho's pet dog posted on his SNS became a hot topic. Jung Kyung-ho's pet dog is named 'Ho-young,' believed to be named after the last character 'Ho' of Jung Kyung-ho's name and the last character 'Young' of Choi Soo-young's name. As a symbol of their long-standing bond, the dog drew attention along with the breakup news.

Additionally, past remarks about marriage made in public settings are being re-examined.

During the production presentation for the tvN drama 'Pro Bono' held in December last year, Jung Kyung-ho was asked about his marriage plans. When MC Park Kyung-rim asked, "Isn't the character (played by Jung Kyung-ho) an issue maker? Do you have anything to announce?" Jung Kyung-ho replied, "Nothing."

When PD Kim Sung-yoon indirectly mentioned marriage by saying, "At least the date," Jung Kyung-ho responded, "What date? Don't talk nonsense. There is nothing like that," eliciting laughter.

Anecdotes surrounding Jung Kyung-ho's 'ring' are also being discussed.

In a video from the YouTube channel 'Jigeum Baekjiyeon' released in April last year, Jung Kyung-ho attracted attention by wearing a ring on his fourth finger of his left hand. When Baek Ji-yeon asked, "Is the ring you wore during your cameo appearance on 'Smarth Resident Life' someday?" Jung Kyung-ho was momentarily flustered before replying, "No. This is a personal ring."

Although no further explanation was added, the scene drew attention as it reminded viewers of his public partner, Choi Soo-young.

There is another ring anecdote. Broadcaster Hong Seok-cheon, during a conversation with Choi Soo-young's older sister Choi Soo-jin on the past Channel A variety show 'Recently Men's Life - Groom Class,' said, "Are you and Jung Kyung-ho getting along well? You always come to our shop and give rings as gifts."

In response, Choi Soo-jin said, "They are getting along very well. They exchange many gifts. They have been dating for 12 years already." She added, "At that point, one might expect them to be angry, but they seemed to be in a really good relationship without any anger."

The two also revealed their affection for each other on several occasions through past interviews.

In an interview for a work, Choi Soo-young stated about Jung Kyung-ho, "It is a grateful feeling to have someone who cares for me even more than I care for myself." Regarding the possibility of marriage, she said, "If there is good news, I will let you know."

Jung Kyung-ho also stated through an interview, "(Regarding marriage with Soo-young) I think we should do it when the time comes. However, we have not yet discussed it specifically." He continued, "A lot of time has passed, and we have shared many memories and stories over 10 years. We are people who can only talk to each other. If you think about it, isn't it like I only talk to this friend?" revealing his special affection.

Fans expressed regret that the two, who had publicly nurtured their love for a long time, are now walking their separate paths, while also cheering for each other's future.

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