Lovelyz member Lee Mi Joo and soccer player Song Bum Keun have confirmed their relationship, drawing attention to Lee Mi Joo’s revealed ideal type preferences.
Reports revealed on the 18th confirm that Mi Joo and Song Bum Keun, who are three years apart in age, are in a serious relationship. Mi Joo recently traveled to Yokohama, Japan, to meet Song Bum Keun, who plays in the J League, and their affection for each other is evident.
This news has reignited interest in Mi Joo’s past comments about her ideal type. During an appearance on Channel Studio Waffle on January 14, 2022, Mi Joo mentioned her preferences, stating that she likes someone who is over 180 centimeters tall, with a pretty smile, white skin, and who likes her. This specific ideal type has sparked discussion among netizens, with some expressing surprise at the unexpected pairing with Song Bum Geun, who is an athlete and fits some of her criteria.
Mi Joo, born in 1994, debuted with Lovelyz in 2014 and has since been active as a solo singer and broadcaster. She has appeared on various shows like MBC’s “Hangout with Yoo” and KBS Joy’s “Beauty Eureka Season 2,” along with being a popular MC on Mnet’s “Couple Palace,” tvN’s “Korean Starcation” and KBS’s “Battle Trip 2.”
Song Bum Keun, born in 1997, is a goalkeeper for Shonan Belmaré in the J-League since 2023. He was recently called up to the South Korean national soccer team for the Asian second qualifying round of the 2026 North and Central American World Cup, showcasing his talent and dedication to the sport.
