On January 12, 2022, there was a big fuss on the internet about SEVENTEEN’s Vernon due to a dating rumor. It all started with a post on Instagram by TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s stylist.
The hairstylist answered questions on her Instagram story. While responding to her followers’ questions, one particular question stood out. The question was: “Are you in a relationship with someone?”
She said, “Yes”, and everyone noticed the cute teddy bear picture she shared with her response.
Below, we provide a screenshot of her Instagram story.
Everyone thought the teddy bear in the picture hinted at something in her relationship. CARATs saw the image and remembered SEVENTEEN’s Vernon carrying a teddy bear that looked similar.
In 2022, while Vernon was traveling for SEVENTEEN’s Face the Sun World Tour, people noticed him holding a teddy bear at Incheon International Airport.
When fans saw a teddy bear similar to the one Vernon might have given the stylist on her Instagram story, they started thinking it could be the same one. But the speculations didn’t end there.
Fans said that the two not only have similar hats and rings but also pointed out that Vernon’s sister is reportedly following the stylist on Instagram, strengthening their argument.
As the gossip quickly spread, people weren’t sure whether to believe it was true or just a big coincidence. @tyunitup on Twitter said:
vernon getting a dating rumor with txts stylist was not on my 2023 bingo card
— jane🍊 (@tyunitup) January 12, 2023
Fans quickly went to Twitter to start talking about a new dating rumor and debate whether it’s true or not.
Fans Reaction SEVENTEEN Vernon’s Dating Scandal
Fans went on a bit of a rollercoaster of feelings after hearing rumors about SEVENTEEN’s Vernon possibly dating TXT’s stylist. Many people on Twitter felt confused about how to react to this surprising news. Some were happy for Vernon, but a lot of fans were also upset about his privacy being invaded.
“the thing is i don’t care if vernon or seventeen or any of the idols in the industry starts dating someone, but these korean fans are so entitled to a mindset that their faves are not allowed to date people that won’t pass their standard, or even not allowed to date all.”
“Congratulations to Seventeen and Vernon for having your first dating rumor since debut.”
“the best part of vernon’s dating rumor is that no one’s mad, just excited that there’s finally a seventeen dating rumor.”
“nothing wrong if he really is dating but… if there is one member out of svt who would be REALLY private about their relationship it’s probably vernon.”
“This is cute and funny at the same time i nvr thought vernon will be the first person to have a dating rumour in svt coz man is always in his own world.”
A debate started when people questioned if a rumor was true or not. Some said it was a fact, but others doubted its legitimacy. Since there was no solid proof to confirm the story, fans of SEVENTEEN’s Vernon, called CARATs, asked people online to stop bothering him.
They also urged others not to spread false rumors about Vernon, as it was bringing negative attention. Unfortunately, some fans were sending hate to the stylist, which is often expected after any celebrity dating scandal.
Regardless of whether the rumors were true or not, fans hoped that Vernon and the stylist would be left out of public discussion. They asked for respect for the privacy of the two individuals involved.