Unique Facts about the Close Relationship between Gong Yoo and Kang Dong Won, Rumored to be Gay, They Knew Each Other Before Becoming Actors - Turns Out They Have a Family Connection

Known as close friends, it turns out Gong Yoo and Kang Dong Won met and knew each other long before they became stars.

"Before debuting as actors, they both worked as models and that's where they started their friendship. With the addition of Jo In Sung, the three of them are known as friends," revealed TMI News.

However, Gong Yoo and Kang Dong Won's relationship is not limited to friendship. Furthermore, it is revealed that their relationship has been established since their grandfathers' generation.

After calling his father in 2004, Kang Dong Won found out that his grandfather's friend came from the Gong family line. Yup, it's already clear from the surname.

But that's not all. Along with the revelation of the surprising relationship between the two actors, it is known that Gong Yoo and Kang Dong Won have a family relationship.

"The parents of Gong Yoo and Kang Dong Won are siblings-in-law," TMI News explains. Meaning, Gong Yoo and Kang Dong Won's status in the family lineage is in-laws.

Their friendship even entered the professional realm. It was revealed that Kang Dong Won's appearance in the sequel film TRAIN TO BUSAN, PENINSULA, was thanks to Gong Yoo.

Although they rarely meet due to busy schedules, their friendship remains strong over time. Their closeness even sparked interesting rumors. What are they?

Gong Yoo and Kang Dong Won's closeness once sparked rumors that they are gay. Regarding these rumors, Gong Yoo reportedly responded in an equally interesting way.

"After hearing the rumors, Gong Yoo sent a message to Kang Dong Won, 'Hey, what are you up to, dear?'" TMI News concluded. KLovers, there's always something funny happening!

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