Dating rumors continuously surround BLACKPINK Rose and actor Kang Dong Won, and fans seem to have some evidence to prove they're indeed in a relationship.
YG Entertainment has already released an official statement about Rose and Kang Dong Won's dating rumors. So, are they already a thing or not?
Rose, Kang Dong Won Dating Rumors
An online community post titled Evidence proving Kang Dong Won and Rose are dating was shared on Sunday, April 16.
The post claimed that the two are indeed dating based on some similarities, from their jewelry to clothes to attending the same events, to their acquaintances, and more.
Some noticed that Rose became close to Eva Chow, Kang Dong Won's longtime friend, per AllKpop. They are also friends with Yoshiki, BTS's V, and Youn Yuh Jung.
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One fan also noted that the two were in Los Angeles in February and at Frieze Seoul Event.
In addition, they both donned John Elliott X M.A.R.S Pendant Necklace and John Elliott Bogota Bomber.
Lastly, a netizen claimed a friend saw them on a date at a wine bar in Gangnam's Cheongdam neighborhood a few months ago.
The Photo That Sparked Dating Rumors
Rose and Kang Dong Won's dating rumors began when former Burberry chief creative officer Riccardo Tisci posted a couple of photos of them together, along with other people.
But aside from their alleged romantic relationship, the snaps also sparked drug use speculations due to the alleged paraphernalia on their table.
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Tisci later deleted the snaps, while YG released a statement to address the issue.
"We're pursuing legal action against those who are violating our artists' rights and privacy," the company said. "We're currently monitoring and watching those who create and spread these rumors. We will not be settling and will respond strongly."
YG Entertainment's Response to Rose and Kang Dong Won's Dating Rumors
Meanwhile, YG also responded to Rose and Kang Dong Won's dating rumors.
"It is difficult to confirm because it is the private matter of the artists," a rep said.
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This statement alone made fans think that the rumors are true, considering the agency often denies any rumors surrounding its talents if it's not true.
Kang Dong Won was a former YG artist until his contract expired last year, and he decided to build his own agency. He's 42 years old, making him 16 years Rose's senior.
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