NCT member Jaehyun has publicly addressed dating rumors that spread after he shared photos and videos from a recent beach vacation. On June 26, 2026, the artist posted a carousel of photos and videos of himself surfing, relaxing by the ocean, and enjoying time at the beach. However, one particular video quickly caught fans’ attention because it showed the NCT member standing beside a woman wearing a swimsuit before they jumped into the water together. The short clip quickly began circulating online, leading some fans to speculate that the woman was his girlfriend and that the post was a subtle way of revealing a relationship.
As the rumors gained traction on social media, a producer from SM Entertainment stepped in to clarify the situation. The producer explained in the comments that Jaehyun had simply been spending time with his cousin during a break from his busy schedule. According to the statement, the photos were shared to preserve happy memories from the trip and had no connection to the dating rumors that were being created online. The producer also expressed disappointment that an innocent vacation post had led to misunderstandings.
Jaehyun later addressed the rumors himself, updating the post with a short post in the comment section that read, “My dearest cousin.” His comment confirmed that the woman in the photos was a family member and not his rumored girlfriend. The clarification quickly eased many fans’ concerns, although the pictures had already gone viral. Meanwhile, Jaehyun has been slowly stepping back into the KPop spotlight after being discharged from the military on May 3, 2026.
