Se7en and Lee Ha Dae's respective agencies have finally spoken up to address the circulating rumors involving the two idols. On Wednesday, JS Pictures and ELEVEN9 released their official statements to put an end to the issue.
Lee's label JS Pictures asked fans to respect the relationship of the two. "Lee Da Hae and Se7en are same-age friends that naturally became lovers and started dating. We ask that you look upon their dating warmly and continue to be interested in their artist activities," the agency said as quoted by Soompi.
On the other hand, ELEVEN9 revealed Se7en and Lee found comfort from each other which made them closer. "The pair became a source of strength for each other during difficult times and have been dating with good feelings for months. Thank you for loving our artist and we ask that you continue to look upon our artist warmly and support him."
Lee and Se7en's dating rumors started to make headlines when a source revealed the matter to Sports Chosun. According to an unnamed source, the two idols started out as close friends before they have decided to take their relationship to the next level, Allkpop noted.
"The two naturally developed into a couple as they were good, old friends," the source said. It added Lee and Se7en have been dating for almost a year now, adding that most of their colleagues knew about their relationship.
Despite their popularity, the two idols have managed to keep their relationship out of the spotlight without sacrificing some quality time together. "They are a good couple and enjoy dates in other countries such as Thailand and Hong Kong," the source revealed.
Congratulations to our new celebrity couple Lee and Se7en!