Kim Sae Ron's mother in a heart-wrenching turn of events following the tragic death of the actress has now come forward with an official statement, demanding accountability from actor Kim Soo Hyun and his agency, Gold Medalist. The statement, delivered through the Garo Sero Research Institute on March 15, 2025, also directly addresses reporter Lee Jin Ho, whom the family holds responsible for contributing to Kim Sae Ron’s distress.

Kim Sae Ron’s mother laid out a series of pointed demands directed at Kim Soo Hyun and his agency:

The first and most significant demand is for Kim Soo Hyun to publicly acknowledge his past relationship with Kim Sae Ron, which allegedly began when she was a minor. Her mother emphasized the importance of him recognizing this publicly and offering an apology.

The family accused Gold Medalist of consistently denying Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron’s relationship over the past three years, including a statement made just three days prior to the mother’s statement. They demand an official apology from the agency for misleading the public.

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Image: Kim Soo Hyun-Kim Sae Ron's intimate photos released online (Source: X/@CDESAMATHA)

Kim Sae Ron’s mother insists that the agency must acknowledge her daughter’s role as a founding member of Gold Medalist and issue an apology for disregarding her contributions. The family calls for an apology regarding a legal notice sent to Kim Sae Ron demanding repayment of ₩700 million KRW (approximately $482,000 USD).

While acknowledging the unfortunate release of private photos of Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron, her mother explained that it was necessary to prove the truth of their relationship — a truth repeatedly denied by the agency.

The statement clarified that the reason Kim Soo Hyun wasn’t initially mentioned was to focus on addressing reporter Lee Jin Ho and his damaging narratives. The family stated they are not seeking compensation from Kim Soo Hyun or his agency beyond the requested apology.

The family announced plans to file a legal complaint against Lee Jin Ho, citing his attempts to contact the bereaved family during Kim Sae Ron’s funeral as deeply inappropriate and hurtful.

Reporter and YouTuber Lee Jin Ho has faced significant backlash for his coverage of Kim Sae Ron, particularly in the wake of her death. In a video released on March 13, 2025, Lee denied accusations that he received money from Kim Soo Hyun or his agency to create content damaging Kim Sae Ron’s reputation. He claimed his videos were based on information from Kim Sae Ron’s manager and maintained that he never accused the actress of manipulating photos.

Lee admitted to contacting Kim Sae Ron once, on January 8, but stated he later deleted her number. He also expressed his desire to apologize to the bereaved family, though his attempts to visit the funeral and columbarium were unsuccessful.

Following her passing, Lee made his videos about Kim Sae Ron private. However, he faced criticism from netizens who demanded transparency, leading him to express uncertainty about whether to republish them.

Earlier, Kim Sae Ron’s father publicly accused Lee Jin Ho of playing a role in his daughter’s emotional struggles. He revealed that on the same day Kim Sae Ron watched one of Lee’s videos, she attempted to take her own life. He condemned Lee for his relentless reporting, which he believes contributed to her deteriorating mental state.

Kim Sae Ron’s father also addressed the false rumours circulating about their family, including accusations of misusing the actress’s earnings. He expressed his frustration at the public’s quick judgment and emphasized the emotional toll on Kim Sae Ron’s younger sisters. The family has vowed to pursue legal action against Lee Jin Ho and malicious commenters, with a legal team currently compiling evidence. Kim Sae Ron passed away on February 16, 2025.

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