NCT member Jaehyun recently found himself at the center of dating rumors after sharing photos from a family vacation on Instagram.
Among the images, one Video showing Jaehyun and a young woman jumping into the sea caught fans' attention. The picture quickly spread across social media, with some netizens speculating that he was subtly introducing a girlfriend.
Producer Shuts Down the Rumors
As the speculation grew, some users began leaving negative comments on Jaehyun's post. In response, one of Jaehyun's producer friends stepped forward to clear up the misunderstanding.
The producer explained that the woman in the photo is Jaehyun's cousin, not a girlfriend. He added that, despite Jaehyun's busy schedule, the singer had finally been able to spend quality time with his family and simply wanted to share those happy memories with fans.
Fans Rally Behind Jaehyun
Following the clarification, many fans criticized the rush to assumptions and expressed support for Jaehyun. They noted that what was meant to be a heartwarming family moment had unnecessarily turned into online speculation.
Jaehyun also addressed the misunderstanding himself by leaving a comment on his Instagram post that read, "my dearest cousin." His message further confirmed that the woman in the viral photo is a family member, putting the dating rumors to rest.
The incident has sparked discussions about respecting artists' personal lives and avoiding unfounded dating rumors based on social media posts.