Lauren Tsai (Image provided by Getty Images), Park Seo-joon (Image provided by JTBC)
Rumours are circulating that popular Korean drama star Park Seo Joon is dating American actress Lauren Tsai. Netizens have found “evidence” linking the two stars, including a photo taken by a Japanese fan who spotted Park Seo Joon with Tsai's bag in it. But who exactly is Lauren Tsai? Read on to find out more about the What's Wrong with Secretary Kim star's rumoured lover.
About Lauren Tsai, American actress and Park Seo-joon's girlfriend
Lauren Tsai, born February 11, 1998, is an American visual artist, model, and emerging actress. Her modeling career has seen her grace the pages of various magazines, appear in commercials and catalogues, and walk the runways of fashion shows in both Japan and Hawaii.
Lauren Tsai shot to fame at the age of 18 when she appeared on the hit TV show Terrace House: Aloha State. The hit Japanese series has a new spinoff in which cameras document the lives of six strangers, including Lauren, living together under one roof in the beautiful scenery of Hawaii.
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While many reality TV stars often turn to influencers after their shows end, Lauren quickly gained recognition and set herself apart with her illustration and artistic talent. Known for her talent, Lauren has been showcasing her artwork on Instagram, garnering attention and praise. In 2018, she illustrated an alternate cover for West Coast Avengers #1, followed by an alternate cover for Captain Marvel #1 in 2019.
Lauren's striking beauty and perfect proportions have made her a major influence in the fashion industry, leading her to collaborate with top brands such as Marc Jacobs. In addition to her success as a model, she also branched out into acting in 2019, landing her first role in the third and final season of the Marvel FX series “Legion.”
Lauren showed off her versatility as an actress in her role as Switch, a young mutant with time-traveling powers. Interestingly, Park Seo-joon himself is no stranger to the Marvel franchise, having appeared in The Marvels.
Even after her success, Lauren continued to be active in the entertainment industry. In 2021, she starred in the Netflix film “Moxy” directed by Amy Poehler. “Moxy” is an accusation of sexism in schools, and Lauren played the role of Claudia, showcasing her acting skills to audiences around the world. Showing her versatility, in September 2023, she also branched out into directing, directing the animated music video for Boy Genius' song “Cool About It.”
Lauren's journey since her Terrace House debut highlights her versatility and ability to seize opportunities.
Park Seo Joon and Lauren Tsai's dating rumors
On May 22, suspicions arose among netizens that Park Seo Joon was dating Lauren Tsai. The speculation arose from a photo that was taken during Park Seo Joon's stay in Japan. In the photo, Park Seo Joon was seen walking in front of a modest woman, leading netizens to speculate that the woman could be Lauren Tsai.
On the 24th, Park Seo Joon's agency Awesome Entertainment commented on the rumors of his relationship with American actress Lauren Tsai. The agency said that Park Seo Joon had recently been on an overseas schedule to attend a brand event, and that artists and people from various fields had also been invited. The agency emphasized that there is a need to verify any personal matters outside of the confirmed official schedule.
In June 2023, reports surfaced that Itaewon Class actor Park Seo Joon and YouTuber Xooos were dating. The actor's agency responded in kind, stating that such reports are difficult to confirm or deny as they pertain to the actor's private life. Known for his extraordinary singing voice, Xooos is also a YouTuber and entertainer. Now, new rumors about Lauren are circulating, although none of these speculations have been officially confirmed.