
Lee Gwan-hee and Yu Si-eun have taken their romance beyond the world of reality television.
The two Single's Inferno 3 stars confirmed their relationship on Tuesday after reports surfaced that they had been dating since December last year. According to local media, the pair stayed in touch after filming the hit dating show and gradually grew closer as they spent more time together.
Hours after the report, Lee Gwan-hee and Yu Si-eun addressed fans through a joint statement posted on their respective Instagram accounts, where they personally shared the news.
"We would like to personally share some happy news with you regarding the two of us," they wrote.
"Amid the warm interest many people have shown us, we have quietly taken time to get to know each other. Now, we wanted to personally share our sincere feelings with you, which is why we are greeting you this way."
The couple also shared that they hope to continue supporting one another as their relationship grows.
"We plan to continue cherishing and supporting each other while growing a beautiful relationship," they said. "We ask for your continued interest and warm support. Thank you."
Lee Gwan-hee, a professional basketball player, and Yoo Si-eun, a former beauty queen, appeared together on Single's Inferno 3, the popular Korean dating reality series that premiered in 2023. Their relationship marks another real-life romance to blossom after the show.
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