Splitsville: Lee Seo-jin dumps Kim Jung-eun
by javabeans
Say it ain’t so!
One of the most openly affectionate couples in the K-entertainment sphere, who were largely expected to announce wedding plans sometime soon (possibly even this year), has instead broken it off.
Kim Jung-eun and Lee Seo-jin started dating while filming the 2006 SBS drama Lovers, and had been going strong ever since. In the two years they had been dating, they were one of a few celebrity couples who were open about their relationship status (many others choose to be coy, denying rumors even when they’re obvious to the public), and were occasionally seen in public on dates together. Both stars were effusive in praise about the other, and Lee Seo-jin even appeared on Kim Jung-eun’s variety show (Chocolate) to serenade her with a love song, singing the same love theme that marked their characters’ romance in the drama Lovers. The two traveled to the U.S. together as recently as this summer, and shot a fashion spread together in New York in September.
So it’s a bit of a shock to hear from Kim Jung-eun’s own lips that the couple is no more. She admitted it in press interviews on November 22, saying she couldn’t keep lying to the public further — the split occurred at the end of October. It’s particularly surprising since the couple hadn’t given signs of much trouble or fighting leading up to this news.
Kim confessed that it was a one-sided decision; Lee initiated the breakup, which came as a shock to her. She fought tears as she conducted her interview, saying, “It felt like I’d been in an unexpected car accident” and “I felt like I’d been shot.”
She admits that it’s difficult dealing with the shock of the breakup, and had just begun work on her new series General Hospital 2 when Lee dumped her. The drama just began airing this Wednesday on MBC.
I’m sure there are two sides to every story (although I wonder if Lee will suffer more, since he already had a bit of a rep for cool breakups), but still: AWW.
Via DongA.com
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51 denise
November 22, 2008 at 12:51 AM
he dumped LHR for NO REASON,too
that's why I hate him. he ignored her phone calls...etc.
by the time I thought he dumped LHR for KJE, because it was in 2006 and he was busy with his drama LOVERS.
so this time. who is the next high profile woman?? the president's daughter???
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52 mare
November 22, 2008 at 1:03 AM
What??????
I just watched Come 2 Play and KJE was so happy talking about their relationship. Ouch. =/
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53 oi
November 22, 2008 at 1:09 AM
btw, I don't understand why people say that he uses these successful woman to boost his career. He has no drama or film at the moment, whereas KJE has GH2 at the moment, so he should be sticking to her until he has something and she hasn't no?
Does LSJ need to give the public a reason why he ended a personal relationship?
And even then, it takes 2 for a relationship. As soon as 1 party calls it quits for whatever or no reason, it is over, period. Just simple as that. Part of the rules of the game, I think.
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54 Bee
November 22, 2008 at 1:09 AM
@denise
You know, it's a fact that neither of us knows these people. Perhaps their closest friends do and their families, but everyone else? All that you see is a facade.
So please, think about what you type. Just imagine you and your boyfriend being talked about like that, and people make all kind of wild assumptions about you...
So, let's just live with the facts. They broke up, it happens (and even couples married for 50 years sometimes get divorced!)... they will both move on. :)
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55 tiff
November 22, 2008 at 2:09 AM
well.. if he is bad for her (either way), this breakup is good.. but if he is really a nice guy, she just gotta face it and move on. i think relationship always have bumps. only them know the truth.
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56 fairy
November 22, 2008 at 4:21 AM
LSJ's mother do not like KJE for him and parental pressure made him do this
In his Oct 31 picture he seem lonely although smiling they split up Oct 29
We can only have one mother but girlfriends can be replaced a pity though coz i love the two of them together i has watched Lovers countless times
Just a sad fact in Korean society if the parents are disapproving and the society status is different
His family is super rich
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57 Sere
November 22, 2008 at 5:44 AM
Whoa. so many comments.
Sure, there are always two sides to every story, but with his record, I bet there'll be many nasty comments in store for him. I hope I'm wrong. Still, they were cute together!
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58 phjfever
November 22, 2008 at 6:52 AM
this is too shocking for me as they seemed to have been so sweet & in love! i saw one of the postings here & pls who is LHR?
it would be nice to hear LSJ's side & what made him dump KJE! She's still young & just move on, it could be a blessing in disguise! everything happens for a reason so KJE fightin!
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59 the stranger
November 22, 2008 at 7:29 AM
NOOO!
T T that is so sad! They were so cute together!
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60 Jill
November 22, 2008 at 7:56 AM
Wow..their romance was highly publicised and they looked so good together. Look at ther related posts!!. KJE fans are fuming now..i feel so sorry for her ..i wonder why coz she seems like a wonderful sweet girl..How could he did this to her!!??
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61 cattleya
November 22, 2008 at 8:16 AM
i think not only KJE fans are mad, even the fans of the couple who have been so into their love affair, then LSJ simply ended it like that.
and the bad thing is he is not going to give his statement why.
how i wish they amicably broke up at least KJE can move on not wondering why they broke up. she deserves to know his reasons why they broke up.
we cannot simply single out the fact that his mother is the reason. maybe that is the only excuse their acquaintances can think of. only LSJ knows why he ended the relationship. and that was why KJE fans are mad...
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62 Secret Sunshine
November 22, 2008 at 9:40 AM
See I was going to watch Damo this weekend but the news spoiled my mood; should I continue to watch his drama? So pain to hear the respond from KJE that the breakup was like she herself in a shocking car accident. Glad that she has so many fans who could emphatise with her in times like this.
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63 le
November 22, 2008 at 11:07 AM
LSJ always gave off the player vibe to me, maybe its his dimples. KJE seems like a cool, smart lady, i wish her the best. besides she will be busy with her new drama, & she is going back to college, studying directing.
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64 sayroo
November 22, 2008 at 11:18 AM
whoa! why?
they were such a nice couple!
i hope we get to hear the side of Lee since he was the one who ended this RELATIONSHIP..
and it's very hard for KJE to film a new drama while just having a fresh break-up with him? if some bad reviews on KJE would release then it's perfectly understandable!
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65 yay
November 22, 2008 at 11:45 AM
Whoa, he's ugly! And she looks weird but is pretty. He is hella ugly though,
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66 Panda
November 22, 2008 at 1:05 PM
hes probably moving on to a younger and hotter girl... isn't that the trend these days for korean men? hahaha
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67 majata
November 22, 2008 at 1:35 PM
well, this would affect LSJ negatively. It's man's nature to side with the underdog - in this case, KJE. publicity wise, I think this news would reflect positively on her and her new drama.
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68 Phi216
November 22, 2008 at 1:40 PM
Lol, I thought this couple would head down to the altar in any days but that won't happen any more.
In the days to come, it's interesting to see how this unfolds in the media with all the she said/he said
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69 cutefloatie
November 22, 2008 at 5:11 PM
how can this A-s-s-h-o-l-e dated such hot women (LHR and KJE). I mean he is not bad looking but, the truth is, he is not all that either.
I am disgusted by LSJ. I believe in karma, so I won't say any further but that he will soon experience what he had caused to others.
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70 JS
November 22, 2008 at 6:29 PM
I like them a lot too ..i was thinking its 100% sure they will marry. I feel for KJE...
just at her age....she needs to tell such details about how it came about. She old enough to know what to be revealed or not.
I think last BIg break up was Han Ji Hye & Lee Donngun....and they just both confirmed the break up...didnt release further details...kept things private private...
its takes two to make things work....one could be at major fault....but its not as if the other is totally perfect...
I dont like the way KJE talked about it...given her age. but I wish she can get past the hurts and move on and find the right guy for her.
as for LSJ......it doesnt make you less a man to think of your old mother first before anyone......just next time be sure not to break someone's heart ...hope you find a girl who's your Mama's dream girl for you.
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71 lrrye
November 22, 2008 at 7:08 PM
can't take it muchh....I remember the drama lovers he was dumped jacky for almost 4 years and that was a real life happened now.....
hope kje same as jacky she is......
i want this couples back.....
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72 sarah
November 22, 2008 at 7:16 PM
i want LSJ confront all this such idiots break-up.....
please be a men......you have to tell you're side....
we need your explaination.....
as one of your avid fans we want it to know
there is one thing we don't understand....
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73 jastinel
November 22, 2008 at 7:21 PM
Well his not a good looking guy! It`s good that he dumped her now, than marry her and cheated on her and have a broken marriage. At least, KJE can still find a better man.
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74
November 22, 2008 at 7:21 PM
Anyone who knew LSJ's family background knew that Lee Hyori was playtime - no way would his family approve/accept her as his wife. And frankly, neither would he in the end. Although KJE is another matter altogether, she unfortunately is also in show business and for some reason, I can't see him marrying an actress - unless she retires.
Evidently, no matter who initiated the break-up, the guy is supposed to remain quiet (seen as more gentlemanly) while the girl is generally free to talk about it. I think that's why he hasn't released a statement and really, what can he say? The more I thought about it, the less sure I was that I wanted to marry her? In Korea??? Yeah, right.
Personally, although I liked Lovers in Paris, for the most part, I don't care for her much. I'm sure that she's a good person but something about her bubbly persona makes me think that there's a lot of neuroses underneath. And I'll admit it - I can't stand to look at her face because she's had so much plastic surgery. God only knows what her kids will look like!
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iloveit
February 25, 2011 at 9:56 PM
i like the way you answer all those bad mouthing about him. he's just being a gentlemen otherwise he's gay :D and no matter his reasons maybe, there's someone up above who knows what's in our hearts.
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75 ladee
November 22, 2008 at 7:33 PM
am still mad because its so unfair for Kim jung Eun to be treated that way coz she's a great person who deserves to be treated with respect... how ungentleman of him to just end it over a call and the fact that he didnt even make it clear to her whats the main catch for him to break up with her... and another thing according to one site i had read before that LSJ's mom and KJE's aunt were bestfriends... so am so confused why would his mother be the reason?!?
he's such a PETTIFOGGER!!!!
i hope well for Ms. Kim Jung Eun... and i would like to thank her for spilling the truth to the fans for us not to wait or hope for something that is already gone or had been ended, lets just hope that she can find the happiness she really deserves and that someone who will love her trully in her whole lifetime and not someone like LSJ....
AJAH KJE!!! as your avid fan just like the many others... im just here praying for you... goodluck on your new drama series GH2...
xoxo
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76 ladee
November 22, 2008 at 8:12 PM
is there anything bad about plastic surgery??? because even if a person undergone a surgery whether just to make their image better or for some medical reason... as far as i can see theres nothing wrong if she had surgery just to change something within her as long as it has good results as we can see really great results...
its already the 21st century... its not like she had committed a mortal sin because she had change what God has given her... come to think of it why would HE let man disccover science and other things that has something to do with it...
she's not the only one who had change something just to look better... most of us want to improve ourselves in all ways as possible....
so please dont just say bad things about her just because she had gone over a plastic surgery...
i totally agree that it takes two people to have a good relationship but come to think he is the one who initiated it and whats worse is he didnt even do it formally...
try to be in her shoes your BF suddenly breaks up with you over the phone with no reason for you to think of, asking yourself what went wrong?, is something wrong with you? because you had no fights/misunderstanding whatsoever... its easier for her to move on if she knew whats the reason for him to end their relationship so that from there she can have a good start amd most importantly he should have talk to her about the breaking up in person to be formal... as a woman i see where KJE is coming...
the nursing of hearts will atleast be lighter if the person knows the real score....
no offense to LSJ fans... peace out....
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77 christina
November 22, 2008 at 10:54 PM
lsj's not a player, he seems more like a wimpy momma's boy. if his mother was the main reason behind his decision, he needs to man up and (ahem) grow some. he's in his mid-30s. he went public with his relationship. he broadcasted his "undying love" for kje alll over the place. the least he can do is break up with kje IN PERSON! he needs to show at least some responsibility over his actions. what a slap in the face for kje- it's like the time when berger broke up with carrie over the post-it on SATC...but i digress...
kje can do so much better. she's a well-respected actress and she's loved by many people.
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78 christina
November 22, 2008 at 10:56 PM
oh and about her plastic surgery....i snort. EVERY korean actress gets plastic surgery. who gives a poo.
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79 tintin
November 22, 2008 at 11:48 PM
even If they are not meant to be, I would like them to be friends though just for the sake of the good times .. two years is two years and for most of the times, it was a beautiful and loving two year period for both of them.
we cant quarrel because of them since its their own personal lives we can only have regrets for the beautiful things that had to end.
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80 amy
November 23, 2008 at 12:08 AM
What I don't understand is how LSJ still continues to manage to get a lot of high profile actresses. It seems like he's always one dumping the women and he always seems to leave his ex-lovers feeling devastated... Well Good for KJE in the long run. I hope she recovers soon from the heart break.
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81 oi
November 23, 2008 at 1:33 AM
@ anonymous
that is what I always have been wondering. When a man marries a woman who had a lot fixed or the other way around. What will they do with the kids? Get them fixed as well.? Or keep confirming : yes, these are our natural kids. And the kids: yes, they are really my mum and dad. Pretty, isn't she/he? And then the other party will think: God has a funny way of working.
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82 MoodMad
November 23, 2008 at 1:58 AM
@ anonymous
atleast scince can fix the physical still it has solution unlike his F.cki.. mind and hopeless attitude that can never be fix........
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83 MoodMad
November 23, 2008 at 1:58 AM
@ anonymous
atleast science can fix the physical still it has solution unlike his F.cki.. mind and hopeless attitude that can never be fix.....
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84 witty
November 23, 2008 at 3:09 AM
I am very sad because I love the couple so much
I believe the issue about LSJ's mom
It is a big deal in Korea that parents must approve
sounds like in their dramas but yeah quite true
It is part of their culture
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85 wz
November 23, 2008 at 5:04 AM
aww no. -shocked- nonono! T.T -speechless-
seriously love the couple so much! ah no.
kje, all the best! good luck in the future (:
-sighs-
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86 cattleya
November 23, 2008 at 6:36 AM
this makes me wonder though...LSJ could already sense that his mother doesn't favor KJE, why did he not help KJE for his mother to approve of her. he should be protecting KJE in the first place. he knows his mother well. and if unnnecessary spending of money makes his mom angry, he should have not let KJE shop, or if ever KJE wanted to shop he should have not offered paying for them. he is not compelled to pay. KJE has her earnings too, bet she brought her credit cards with her. he filmed "Lee San" for 9 months and he was receiving $25,000 per episode that is $50,000 per week...where did all his earnings go that he had to use his mother's credit card? he was trying to be gentleman infront of his lady love, yet when that causes trouble to his mom, he could not even fight for her. unless he deliberately did that so conflicts would start and he could leave her for him to have a valid reason why he is leaving her. well just a thought as i hypothesized earlier that his relationship seems to have expiration date...no more than 2 years or not even 2 years.
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87
November 23, 2008 at 12:15 PM
Where are people getting the impression that LSJ's mother was the problem? As someone already pointed out, his mother and KJE's aunt are great friends so if family is somehow involved, then it must be something pretty serious. However, I totally agree that he sucked by breaking up over the phone and not in person. That's just not done, especially when this relationship was expected to end in marriage. Not a smart move as a person and for PR reasons. Should be interesting to see the next relationship for each of them.
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88 Mel
November 23, 2008 at 12:29 PM
WAO, so sad! T.T
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89 cattleya
November 23, 2008 at 2:33 PM
according to someone close to LSJ it was not the many gifts LSJ bought for KJE while they were in NY that made him initiate the break up. it was something between the two families having known really well that conflicts arouse between them.
oh well! LSJ must face the media once he come back to Korea after his 1.5 months of seclusion in HK. he has to clean this mess he created. KJE is being pestered by the press and the media are not going to stop until they have answer to this shocking break up.
that someone also stated that LSJ left for HK early Nov after breaking up with KJE to clear his mind. that we must help the ex-couple to have a continued good relationship(maybe as friends).
i hope he will eventually face KJE and talk to her so they can formally end this and not end in bad terms where KJE is harboring hatred to him.
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90 ruizhen_derraj
November 23, 2008 at 5:44 PM
i hope we could hear lee seojin's side.his reason why did he do that stupid thing dumping her.we all know how much he love kje,he's very vocal about it right.i'm sad that this happen.i thought they were already preparing for the wedding.LSJ,speak up,please....i cant help reading those comments putting all hte blame on you.i know u have reasons,pls. defend urself.it's hurting me when they blame u.i know u are hurt,well i'm hurting much more......
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91 gheena
November 23, 2008 at 7:33 PM
Im really sad i really love this couple. LSJ please speak up! are you a man?..
I know KJE can make it be happy were all here for you no matter what. Will always pray for you.
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92 ruizhen_derraj
November 24, 2008 at 1:50 AM
guy's,lets hope and pray that they would be back in each others arms.lets hope that kje could still forgive lsj for what he have done to her.they just broke up thru phone right?maybe lsj ssi doesnt have the courage to tell her that personally,to end their relationship coz he's not sure yet if thats what he wants to do.he should not to be blamed also.we must know his side of story.he's in hongkong ryt now,maybe to clear up his mind...i hope. lets hope for the better guys....to LSJ,speak up man...whatever your reason is,speak up.....
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93 sarah
November 24, 2008 at 2:44 AM
ya I agree ruizhen_derraj
I always pray for both of them because I know that their is something burden happened for LSj maybe he also try to speak it out perhaps not now ... hope their relationship back.
to all fans of lsj and kje we must unite and prayed for their relationship back .
we all know their breakup is not formally......i should think they fix it all as soon as possible.
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94 mary
November 24, 2008 at 5:41 AM
i dont know what im say...because i really shock..i hope they relationship back. 2 kje ur a strong person. i know god loves u..we will always pray for u because i love u..
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95 ruizhen_derraj
November 24, 2008 at 8:09 PM
to kje fans,dont be harsh on lsj. lets wait for his statement?he'll be back by december,maybe,thats the time that we could know the truth behind the breakup.kje fans said that he has a reputation of dumping girls,guys,why should he dump kje for no reason?he's very vocal about his plans to marry kje?
to kje,hers a song for u from lsj ssi....
Ee Byul - Lee Seo Jin : (FAREWELL)
to me there is one person whom i loved deeply
it's time for me to let this person go though we were so much in love
but i know it's not the same now
the only person who cured my sadness
the same person who made me cry so much
do you know that this person is you?
because you were there i was happy
do you know that though i gave you everything i was not looking for a price in return
the closer i get to you the farther you become
though i realized this little by little i could not give up
but now i finally understand
love is not done alone.. if i am not allowed to say a word to you
instead of love i would rather choose farewell.. a farewell to you
do you know that though i gave you everything i was not looking for a price in return
the closer i get to you the farther you become
though i realized this little by little i could not give up
but now i can't be near you again
because i know you threw me away
i must throw away every trace of it for the new love
since i learned enough from you
yes i think i now understand
love is not done alone.. if i am not allowed to say a word to you
instead of love i would rather choose farewell.. a farewell to you
is this how should i end it?
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96 gheena
November 24, 2008 at 8:54 PM
Hi ruizhen_derraj thanks your right maybe thers this reason behind this. LSJ please defend yourself . I know you really love KJE so much and vice versa and i know Love is sweeter than second time around. We your fans are all here for you. We love you both.
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97 Kate
November 25, 2008 at 4:00 PM
Ohhh...that is such an undeserved blow. Breaking up is so hurtful moreso if you're the receiving end. Be brave and smile KJE - the pain seems unbearable for now but it will come to pass...fate has a better plan for you. You're a survivor, beautiful inside and out ...it's his loss not yours. You have your family, friends and fans who love you and will always be there for you.
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98 Cate
November 25, 2008 at 4:01 PM
Ohhh...that is such an undeserved blow. Breaking up is so hurtful moreso if you're the receiving end. Be brave and smile KJE - the pain seems unbearable for now but it will come to pass...fate has a better plan for you. You're a survivor, beautiful inside and out ...it's his loss not yours. You have your family, friends and fans who love you and will always be there for you.
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99 ruizhen_derraj
November 25, 2008 at 7:32 PM
hope LSJ could read this.
LSJ,i hope you clear your mind while staying there in hong kong.you must realized that what you have done is wrong.yes.you might have your reasons but i hope when your back in korea,you and kje settle your indifferences.i know you loved kje.she love's you too.i know your hurt,me too,i'm hurt too.be strong man.clear up your mind,ask yourself if this is what you really want.you deserve to be happy.if you're happy,i'm much happier.dont worry,i'll always be here for you.the world may turn it's back on you,but i'll remain supporting you.you will always be the one i would root for,i will always be a loyal fan of yours.
I never really had a true role model in this insane life. Life can be really difficult at times. It really sucks. Many times I wonder why things have to be the way they have to be. But when I think of you, I’m willing to hang on to whatever I have to hang on to. So many things have been shattered. But the light that you shine is one thing that has not shattered. Even if they say negative comments about you, I always see the positive light in you. You are extremely talented and have a lot to offer in this world. No one seems to understand me in this world,i think it's the same with you.well we cant please everybody. I feel like my beliefs have been shattered when i read those negative comments.they are so harsh on you. But when I think of you, I believe in my magic stars again.Thank you for being you. Thank you for being just the way you are.i love you & God Bless You, Lee Seo Jin (oppa).be strong man.hope to hear from you soon.
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100 elley
November 25, 2008 at 8:41 PM
I'm not shocked after i heard this news, i know Lsj wouldn't end up with Kje. On my own view. Kje don't deserved like this kind of split up but much better they end up. I know Kje could find much better of lsj.
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