Dating rumors involving Jackson Wang (王嘉爾) of GOT7 and Yuqi (宋雨琦) of (G)I-DLE have circulated for years, recently becoming a topic of renewed discussion. The two previously sparked romance speculation due to multiple reports of private meetings. Now, Wang has personally responded to questions about their relationship during an interview in Hong Kong.
As early as 2022, Yuqi was photographed visiting Wang's residence, igniting the initial dating rumors. At the time, media outlets reported that Yuqi went to Wang's home after checking into a hotel and was seen holding roses when she left the next day. There were even claims that her driver was dispatched by Wang's team, fueling public speculation about their relationship.
However, Wang's agency clarified the situation at the time, stating that the related videos were misunderstood by the public. They explained that Wang frequently invites friends to his home for gatherings and there was no special relationship as speculated.
Despite the clarification, the rumors have never fully subsided over the years, occasionally resurfacing for discussion among netizens. Recently, during a media interview for his brand Team Wang Design's collaboration with Hong Kong Ocean Park, Wang was directly asked by a reporter about the dating rumors with Yuqi.
Facing the sensitive question, Wang did not shy away, directly stating that the two are "not dating." He also revealed that he is currently single and is primarily focusing his energy on his career. When the reporter pressed further, asking, "Is she your ideal type?" Wang responded without hesitation, "No." He even joked, "If she were my ideal type, I would have pursued her already." Unexpectedly, the reporter then asked, "Then who is your ideal type?" Wang suddenly laughed and replied, "You!"
His unexpected humorous response instantly lightened the atmosphere and amused fans. Many fans praised Wang's direct approach to the long-standing rumors, hoping that the public would stop repeatedly questioning the same issue.
In fact, Wang has previously addressed the rumors, emphasizing that they were not true. Related accounts also indicate that the two remain in contact and have never specifically discussed the dating rumors themselves.
It is understood that the two were originally friends, but the persistent dating rumors from the public had at one point made their interactions awkward. Now that Wang has personally denied the relationship once again, fans hope that this long-running speculation can finally come to an end.
