News broke on January 29, 2026, that South Korean actors Yoo Seon Ho and Shin Eun Soo are officially dating. The news was confirmed by both actors' agencies, Management SOOP, representing Shin Eun Soo, and Hiin Entertainment, representing Yoo Seon Ho. Both agencies released similar statements acknowledging the relationship.
Reports indicate that the two actors, who are the same age having been born in 2002, have been seeing each other for approximately three months. According to Newsen, the couple reportedly met through a gathering with mutual friends and naturally progressed into a romantic relationship. While the actors have never shared the screen together, their friendship blossomed into something more.
The confirmation from both agencies came shortly after rumors began circulating online, with news outlets reporting on the budding romance. The agencies' quick responses have been praised as a sign of responsibility and honesty.
Shin Eun Soo debuted in 2016 with the film "Vanishing Time: A Boy Who Returned" and garnered attention for her role as the younger version of Jun Ji-hyun in "The Legend of the Blue Sea". Since then, she has built a steady career with roles in productions like "Twinkling Watermelon," "Light Shop," and the recent Netflix film "Love Untangled".
Yoo Seon Ho first appeared on the scene as a contestant on "Produce 101 Season 2" in 2017. Although he didn't make it to the final winning group, he has successfully carved out a career as a singer, actor, and variety star. His acting credits include "Rebel Detectives," "Under the Queen's Umbrella," "The Story of Park's Marriage Contract," and "Oh My Ghost Clients". He is also a current cast member on the variety show "2 Days & 1 Night".
Fans have reacted positively to the news, expressing their support and excitement for the new couple. Many have noted how well their images complement each other, describing them as an adorable and pure-hearted pair. Online comments have celebrated the emergence of a "same-age actor couple" and an "MZ-generation couple," with fans wishing them happiness and success in their relationship.
Despite their busy schedules, reports suggest that Shin Eun Soo and Yoo Seon Ho are enjoying typical dates like other couples in their twenties. Further details about their relationship have not yet been disclosed.
