According to an exclusive media outlet report on June 22 KST, actor Lee Jang Woo (38) is currently in a serious relationship with rising actress Jo Hye Won (30), overcoming an age difference of 8-years.

An insider from Lee Jang Woo's agency Hunus Entertainment told SBS News, "The two stars started out as sunbae-hoobaes after working on the same project, then their relationship gradually developed over time."

It's said that Lee Jang Woo has not attempted to hide his relationship from those around him, and that they are known among their peers to be a warm and resilient couple who enjoy each other's company.

Meanwhile, Jo Hye Won most recently garnered attention for her eye-catching performance in the Netflix original series 'Queenmaker'.

[UPDATE] Lee Jang Woo's agency Hunus Entertainment has officially confirmed the actor's dating reports with Jo Hye Won to be true. The agency said, "Please watch over the two stars who are developing a relationship based on love and loyalty with warmth and encouragements." Jo Hye Won's agency, SWMP, likewise confirmed the reports to be true.