Lee Jong-seok and IU part ways after four years..Reason for breakup: "Reduced meetings due to busy schedules" [Star Issue]

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Actor Lee Jong-seok and singer-actress IU have ended their relationship.

On the 10th, Ace Factory, Lee Jong-seok's agency, told StarNews, "It is true that Lee Jong-seok has broken up with IU." It further added, "As this concerns the actor's private life, we apologize for being unable to provide additional answers and kindly ask for your understanding."

On the same day, a representative from IU's agency, Eden Entertainment, also stated, "IU has ended her relationship with Lee Jong-seok. The two have decided to remain good colleagues."

Earlier that day, Dispatch reported that Lee Jong-seok and IU had recently broken up. According to the report, the couple reduced their meetings due to busy schedules and decided to part ways.

Lee Jong-seok and IU first met in 2012 as co-hosts of SBS music program "Inkigayo." Later, after winning the Grand Prize at the 2022 MBC Drama Awards for his role in the drama "Big Mouth," Lee Jong-seok received attention for his statement: "After completing my military service, there were many fears and concerns. There was someone who guided me in a positive direction and helped me maintain a positive mindset. I am grateful to that person."

Shortly after the awards ceremony, it was revealed that IU was the subject of those remarks, and both agencies immediately confirmed their dating relationship.

The two, who had been in a public relationship for four years, have ultimately decided to break up.

Meanwhile, Lee Jong-seok is set to appear in Disney+'s new series "The Remarried Empress," which will be released in the second half of this year.

IU starred in MBC's drama "21st Century Grand Duchess," which aired last April. She is scheduled to hold a concert at Goyang Stadium's main field in September.

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