The 53-year-old Squid Game star has been making headlines not only for his successful career but also for his personal life. Recently, the actor was spotted with his longtime partner, 48-year-old businesswoman Lim Se-ryeon, during a stroll in Paris’s Place Vendôme.
In the photos, Lee Jung-jae looks casual in a gray coat, hoodie, mask, and sunglasses. Lim Se-ryeon, on the other hand, opted for a contrasting look—a long coat, knit sweater, and leather pants that perfectly highlighted her refined taste. The couple appeared relaxed and enjoyed their walk through the historic center of the French capital. These images followed a series of photos that have been attracting attention from Western media. Earlier, in January, the couple was captured by Backgrid on a beach in St. Barts, where Lee Jung-jae was seen enthusiastically taking pictures of Se-ryeon in a swimsuit, showing tender affection and closeness.
Their relationship, which began in 2015, is no longer a secret. In Korea, they often appear at official events and social gatherings. However, following the global success of Squid Game, their romantic journey has garnered attention not only from Asian but also Western tabloids.
Lim Se-ryeon is a notable figure in her own right. She is the daughter of Lim Chang-wook, honorary chairman of Daesang Group, one of South Korea’s largest food conglomerates. She was previously married to Lee Jae-yong, vice chairman of Samsung Electronics, before divorcing in 2009.
Lee Jung-jae recently stunned fans with his appearance on the red carpet at an awards ceremony, where he appeared visibly tired, highlighting the magic of filters and retouching. Interestingly, not long ago, Lee Jung-jae became embroiled in a scandal when he was accused of fraud, but he has firmly denied any wrongdoing.
His Squid Game co-star Lee Byung-hun also found himself in hot water recently, having to explain his collaboration with controversial rapper T.O.P, who played one of the main roles in season 2.