On March 26, 2024, in a shocking revelation, an individual identified as ‘A,’ who claims to be a friend of the late Kim Sae-ron, made serious allegations against actor Kim Soo-hyun during an interview with YouTuber Lee Jin-ho. This discussion was broadcast on Garosero Research Institute’s official YouTube channel, stirring significant public interest.
A placed the blame for Kim Sae-ron’s tragic death squarely on Kim Soo-hyun, alongside other figures including Lee Jin-ho and her former husband. In a pointed statement, A asserted:
“The cause of Sae Ron’s death is 70% Kim Soo Hyun, 25% Lee Jin Ho, and 5% her husband in New York,” as reported by the media outlet Allkpop.
This friend indicated that they had frequently listened to the struggles of the late actress, asserting a close acquaintance with her experiences. A also recounted that Kim Sae-ron and Kim Soo-hyun first met during their teenage years, suggesting a long-standing, complex relationship.
Relationship Tensions: Anger Over Infidelity
According to A, Kim Sae-ron was consumed by anger and resentment towards Kim Soo-hyun due to his alleged infidelities throughout their six-year relationship. A recounted:
“Sae Ron said it was difficult to maintain her position as ‘empress’ in the relationship during their six years together because Kim Soo Hyun had many ‘concubines.’ She held a lot of resentment toward him, and I want to help her let go,” as translated by Allkpop.
A further revealed that Kim Sae-ron’s relationship with her mother was management-like, while details about her father remained uncertain. Despite a seemingly healthy bond and regular, enjoyable conversations, it seemed Kim Sae-ron craved more affectionate connections outside of her relationship with Kim Soo-hyun.
Notably, A mentioned that Kim Sae-ron endured the relationship primarily because of Kim Soo-hyun’s promises of marriage:
“She only endured it because he promised marriage,” according to Allkpop.
The Garosero Institute alleged that during Kim Sae-ron’s formative years, she and Kim Soo-hyun were romantically involved for six years, beginning while she was still in middle school. Following these revelations, the actress’s family has demanded a public apology from both Kim Soo-hyun and Lee Jin-ho.
In a significant update, the family of Kim Sae-ron has announced plans for a press conference set for March 27, 2025, at 1:30 PM Korean Standard Time, located in Seocho-gu, Seoul. This gathering aims to present evidence pertinent to the ongoing controversy surrounding Kim Sae-ron and Kim Soo-hyun.
Tragically, Kim Sae-ron was discovered deceased by one of her friends on February 16, 2025, with police ruling her death a suicide shortly thereafter.