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Jo Kwon and Koo Yong-kyu dating rumors: Who is this man in the affectionate photo with Jo Kwon? Koo Yong-kyu Profile
2026.10.01 10:55
Dating rumors between Jo Kwon and Koo Yong-kyu: Who is the star of the affectionate two-shot in the photos from their trip to Bangkok, Thailand? We have compiled Koo Yong-kyu's profile, the relationship between the two, and a renewed look at Jo Kwon's confession of a long-term relationship.
You've probably seen this two-shot on your social media timeline at least once lately, right? 🔥
When an unfamiliar man appeared alongside Jo Kwon in the photos he posted of his trip to Thailand, the reaction exploded with people asking, "Who is this person?" and "What is their relationship?" .
The person in the photo is Gu Yong-gyu, a cast member of the Wavve dating reality show 'Stand By Me'!
The atmosphere looked so relaxed that it even led to dating rumors. Let's clarify the situation by clearly distinguishing between confirmed facts and speculation ✨
1. Jo Kwon's Thailand Trip Photos, What Was Uploaded?
It started on September 28th on Jo Kwon's social media.
I shared photos from my trip to Bangkok with the short phrase 'A Trip for,' accompanied by umbrella and Thai flag emojis.
If I summarize the scene in the photo, it is like this.
A two-shot taken side by side in front of a mirror
Proof shot taken inside the elevator
Sitting together in front of a local bar at night
Food, scenery of the travel destination, moments with companions
They say that especially the photo of him with Koo Yong-kyu placed at the very top of the post really drew everyone's attention 👀
It wasn't just a coincidence that they were captured in one photo; they kept appearing together in various places, so I could tell that their friendship was quite deep even after the show.
2. Jo Kwon Appears on Koo Yong-kyu's SNS as well
It wasn't even uploaded to just one account.
Koo Yong-kyu also posted photos and travel videos with Jo Kwon and his companions on his Instagram.
There was also a video of the group playfully putting their hands together and shouting "Fighting!" after arriving in Bangkok. 😆
They said the itinerary was centered on meals, drinks, and sightseeing rather than filming or official events, so it felt just like a trip with true friends.
Both of them were dressed in comfortable casual clothes, and there were many reactions saying that the atmosphere was much more natural and relaxed than on the broadcast ✨
3. Koo Yong-kyu Profile at a Glance
The man in the sweet photo, Gu Yong-gyu, is this kind of person 👇
Name: Gu Yong-gyu
Born in 1994 (33 years old as of 2026)
Occupation: Food Service (Korean Food Sector)
MBTI INFJ
Instagram @9yongkyu
They were introduced as someone with distinct tastes who puts all their effort into being good to their partner when in a relationship.
His toned physique and arm tattoos are frequently mentioned as his attractive features, and I heard his Instagram followers have grown to 19,000 💪
For your reference Jo Kwon was born in 1989 and debuted with 2AM in 2008, engaging in a wide range of activities including singing, variety shows, and musicals. I've been doing it.
4. Jo Kwon and Koo Yong-kyu's dating rumors, are they true?
To start with the conclusion, unverified story It is 💡
Neither of them has ever directly revealed that they are dating.
No acknowledgment of the relationship through official channels
The trip was taken with several acquaintances, not just the two of us.
Related articles also mention that Jo Kwon went on a trip "with acquaintances, including Yong-gyu from Stand By Me," and the two are known to be close friends.
If they are close enough to go on an overseas trip together, it is clear they are close.
However, judging their relationship based on just a few photos could be an invasion of privacy, so it is probably best to view them as just 'best friends' until the parties involved speak out. 🙏
5. Why is Jo Kwon's confession of a long-term relationship a hot topic again?
As photos from this trip spread, Jo Kwon's past confessions about relationships are being brought up again 😭
Jo Kwon revealed his love story for the first time on broadcast on SBS's "Strong Heart VS" in April 2024.
Revealing that she had been dating only one person for a long time, she confessed that she loved them so much that she felt she could actually do it if they had suggested quitting singing and living a normal life. 💔
The other person was a non-celebrity, and they had reportedly broken up a year prior to the broadcast.
However, it seems they couldn't let go easily even after the breakup.
After breaking up, I wrote a letter every single day without fail starting with, "My day was like this."
The letter was delivered through the friend who introduced the two.
I sent two tickets to the concert the other person wanted to attend, but they were returned.
This story made the atmosphere on set feel sad, and the viewers felt really heartbroken too 😢
He also said that after going through love and heartbreak, his emotions completely changed even when singing.
And last September, she also mentioned her experience with a long-term relationship again in the 'New Woman' segment of the YouTube channel 'Rolling Thunder'.
She added that since they had been together for a long time, she had seriously considered marriage, but now there is no one she likes as much.
I think the affectionate atmosphere in the photos from this trip is drawing even more attention because Jo Kwon has loved one person so deeply and for so long. ✨
However, aside from the fact that the ex-girlfriend Jo Kwon revealed is a 'non-celebrity,' no other information is known, and since there is absolutely no basis to connect this to the recent outing, it would be best to be cautious with speculation. 🙏
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
Q. Are Jo Kwon and Koo Yong-kyu actually dating?
A. There are no confirmed facts. Neither of them has ever mentioned dating, and they are known to be close friends who have traveled together with various acquaintances.
Q. Where did Jo Kwon and Koo Yong-kyu go on a trip?
A. It is Bangkok, Thailand. It was a trip with several acquaintances in addition to the two of us.
Q. Who is Gu Yong-gyu?
A. I am a cast member of the Wavve dating reality show 'Stand By Me' and a Korean food service worker born in 1994. My Instagram is @9yongkyu.
Q. What is the content of Jo Kwon's confession about his long-term relationship?
A. In 2024 on SBS’s “Strong Heart VS,” you confessed that you had been in a long-term relationship with a non-celebrity partner but broke up, and that you wrote letters every day after the breakup. In September 2026 on the YouTube channel “Rolling Thunder,” you mentioned again that it was a long-term relationship where you even considered marriage.
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