Is it possible for a decade-long friendship to blossom into a captivating romance? For IU and Lee Jong Suk, the answer is a resounding yes, transforming their professional camaraderie into a heartwarming love story that has captured the attention of fans worldwide.

The revelation that IU and Lee Jong Suk were Dispatch's New Year's couple for 2023 sent ripples of excitement throughout the entertainment sphere. However, the roots of their relationship extend far deeper than that announcement. The two Korean stars initially crossed paths over a decade ago, in August 2012, as MCs on SBS's weekly music show, "Inkigayo." For a brief period, from August to September of that year, they shared the stage, guiding viewers through the latest K-pop hits and performances.

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Birth Name: Lee Ji-eun ()	Birth Name: Lee Jong Suk () Gatorade Different Types Exploring The Hydration Powerhouse Pennys Last Name In The Big Bang Theory Unveiling The Mystery Behind The Iconic Character
Stage Name: IU ()	Profession: Actor, Model
Date of Birth: May 16, 1993	Date of Birth: September 14, 1989
Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea	Birthplace: Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
Occupation: Singer-Songwriter, Actress, Producer	Agency: HighZium Studio
Agency: EDAM Entertainment	Notable Works: “Big Mouth”, “While You Were Sleeping”, “W: Two Worlds”
Notable Works: “Palette”, “Through the Night”, “Hotel del Luna”	Instagram
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