14 Korean Celebrities Share Their First Love Experiences

Lee Kwang Soo, the popular "giraffe" from Running Man and close friend of Song Joong Ki, also shares his first love story. During an episode of the show, he had a heartfelt reunion with his first love, Song Hye Jin, whom he had met at 25. She recalled, "Kwang Soo was always the quiet one. I used to stand up for him whenever others bullied him." In a humorous twist, Running Man fans jokingly pointed out that Kwang Soo’s shy, timid nature might have started with his first love.

Actor Joo Won, famous for his role in "Bread, Love, and Dreams," revealed that his first love happened during his high school years, in 11th grade. He shared, "We still stay in touch, even though we don’t meet often." After six years of being single, Joo Won explained that his secretive love life was a result of his acting career, which required privacy.

Joo Jung Suk, the charming actor from "Jealousy Incarnate," shared his first love story from his college years. He was in a relationship for three years and described it as one that deeply affected him. "I felt hope and even cried because of her. My first love wasn’t with a sweet girl, but someone who stirred passion like a fever. That love helped me mature. Through sadness, longing, and other emotions, I felt my soul grow." Currently, Joo Jung Suk is dating the famous singer Gummy, known for her work on numerous soundtracks.

D.O, the talented singer from the renowned K-pop group EXO, shared how his first love influenced his acting in the film 'Pure Love,' which centers around first love. He recalled, "I fell in love for the first time in 12th grade. It wasn’t as vibrant or joyful as in movies. It left behind bittersweet memories and sadness. But those memories helped me deliver a great performance in the film." D.O’s confession left many female fans wondering which girl could have caused such a melancholy experience for the cuddly EXO member.

Taecyeon, the most masculine member of 2PM, shared his first love story, which involved an American student. They attended the same school from 6th grade through high school. Taecyeon recalled, "I played the saxophone, and she played the violin. I was captivated by watching her perform in a dress during our school’s fundraising events." Although they have since broken up, they still stay connected through Twitter.

"I met my first love when I was 15. She was fair-skinned and incredibly smart," shared Lee Jong Suk, the heartthrob of the drama 'W: Two Worlds.' He also revealed, "I stayed in touch with her, but my first kiss didn’t happen until I was 18." In a candid moment, he shocked fans with his thoughts on relationships, saying, "Honestly, I want to skip dating and just get married once." It’s a surprising revelation that left many female fans swooning.

Seo Kang Joon, the star of 'Cheese in the Trap,' shared that his first love was with an older girl during his 10th grade. He explained, "She was older than me. We started as friends and eventually dated for two years. People often say that you never forget your first love, but I don’t agree. I believe time passes, and while the memories remain, the feelings fade." Seo Kang Joon’s positive perspective on love certainly makes one wonder how much happier everyone could be with such an outlook.

Kim Rae Won, the handsome doctor from 'The Doctors,' opened up about his first love from high school, whom fans speculated was actress Lee Yo Won. He shared, "I met a beautiful and lively girl when I was a shy 18-year-old. We worked together on a drama. She was an actress, and I was a caring and devoted boyfriend." The girl initiated the conversation, and they continued their relationship for a year and a half. "She lived in Bundang, which at that time had nothing but rice fields," Kim Rae Won recalled. "I took the subway to her place every day, spending three hours round-trip. I did this for a year and a half." In a shocking twist, he confessed that after their breakup, he became so heartbroken and disappointed that he even considered suicide. Fortunately, he chose to keep going and live better.

Ryu Joon Yul, the actor known for his role in 'Answer Me 1988,' revealed that his first love reached out to him after watching the drama. "There was a girl I liked back in elementary school, but I never told her. After school, we rarely crossed paths. One day, I grew older, and she started appearing in my dreams. Perhaps it was because she was my first love," Ryu Joon Yul shared. The girl is now married.

Cha Tae Hyun, the star of 'Producer,' married his first love. He and his wife started dating in high school and got married in 2006 after being together for 13 years. In an interview, Cha Tae Hyun confessed, "Before meeting her, I didn’t believe in love at first sight. After meeting Seok Eun, I came to believe in that miracle." Though they briefly broke up in their senior year of high school, they reunited due to Cha Tae Hyun's persistence. Now, they enjoy a happy life together with their three children.

Lee Hwi Jae, the star of the popular reality show 'The Return of Superman,' is now the proud father of twin sons. His first love was Im Sang A, a singer and actress whom he met when she was studying dance in 11th grade.

Lee Jun Ki, the beloved fourth prince from the Korean version of 'Scarlet Heart: Ryeo,' opened up about his first love, which he experienced in 11th grade. He described it as a gentle and unforgettable relationship during his school years, and it was also when he had his first kiss. When asked by a fan in an interview, "What would you do if a fan wanted to date you?" Lee Jun Ki responded, "If I dated a fan, she would no longer be just a fan." A cold-hearted fourth prince on the outside, but full of warmth and love on the inside.

Jang Geun Suk, the once reigning prince of Asian dramas and a multi-talented actor-singer, met his first love while studying abroad in New Zealand. They were in a relationship for two years during the filming of the sitcom 'Nonstop 4.' The star of 'You’re Beautiful' recalled, "Everyone on set knew about our relationship, but since we were far apart, we could only communicate through phone calls and emails. I think I rushed into things." This distance was the reason their relationship ended.

Song Joong Ki, the charming captain adored across Asia for his role in 'Descendants of the Sun,' still can't forget his first love, even though that person is now married. He said, "I bet no man in the world can ever forget their first love. I’ve never forgotten mine. For a man, the first love means so much that it stays with you forever." In a 2012 interview, he revealed that thinking about his first love helped him immerse in his role for the drama 'Nice Guy.' He also confessed to watching the romantic film 'Architecture 101,' which revolves around first loves, four times. What's even more touching is that Song Joong Ki had his first kiss at a bus stop when he was in 11th grade. Fans now continue to cheer for him to date actress Song Hye Kyo.