"My heart is pounding," IU, appearing at a formal event after her breakup with Lee Jong-seok.. Calm smile [Star Issue]

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Singer and actress IU made her first public appearance since the news of her breakup with Lee Jong-seok.

The 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards were held on the 31st at Chroma in Incheon Paradise City and broadcast live on KBS 2TV.

That day, IU appeared alongside Ji Chang-wook as a presenter for the Best Actor and Actress awards, approaching the ceremony with composure.

IU said, "I thought I wouldn't be nervous today, but standing here today reminded me of last year, and my heart is pounding."

Continuing, IU added, "Thanks to the award I received last year, I was able to live hard this past year. It is an honor to be able to share the precious memories I felt with others." She also stated, "Many actors showed us countless stories of life through numerous works over the past year. As I watched these works, I laughed and cried a lot, so there are many that remain in my heart."

Previously, both EDAM Entertainment, IU's agency, and Ace Factory, Lee Jong-seok's agency, announced, "IU has broken up with Lee Jong-seok. The two have decided to remain good colleagues. Since this is a matter of personal privacy for the actors, we apologize for being unable to provide further answers."

Born in 1993, IU and born in 1989, Lee Jong-seok had been in an open relationship since December 31, 2022. In particular, it drew even more attention as the two, who first met in 2012 when they served as MCs for SBS music program "Inkigayo," developed a romantic relationship after 10 years. However, in the end, they returned to being colleagues again after four years.

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