Kim Sae-Ron's Family Files Lawsuit Over Alleged Defamation, Requests Apology from Kim Soo Hyun

The late actress's family accuses YouTuber Lee Jin Ho of spreading false claims and links Kim Soo Hyun to financial distress preceding her death.

Kim Sae-Ron's family has filed a lawsuit against YouTuber Lee Jin Ho, alleging he disseminated false information about her past relationship with actor Kim Soo Hyun.
The family claims that Lee Jin Ho's statements contributed to Kim Sae-Ron's mental anguish, which they believe played a role in her decision to take her own life in February 2025.
Kim Soo Hyun's agency initially denied the relationship but later acknowledged it occurred after Kim Sae-Ron reached adulthood, contradicting claims of an underage relationship.
The family alleges that Kim Soo Hyun pressured Kim Sae-Ron to repay a significant financial penalty, which they say added to her distress, and they are demanding a public apology from him.
Legal and public scrutiny continues as conflicting accounts emerge regarding the timeline and nature of the relationship between the two actors.