On November 13, Joowon and BoA both confirmed on their decision to go separate ways.
A representative for BoA verified to SBS funE, "It's true that they broke up." Joowon's representative also agreed on the news.
They were one-year apart, BoA being one year older than Joowon. They started dating since last January. They had a similar interest in music, acting, golfing and eventually developed their relationship as romantic partners. However, one year later, they've decided to remain as colleagues.
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Joowon entered the third division recruit training battalion in Cherwon, Gangwondo in last June, and finished 5 weeks-long basic training. He is currently serving in the 'White Skull Division' as an assistant instructor. He is expected to be discharged from the military on February 15, 2019.
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BoA debuted in 2000 as Asia's star. Not only she was a talented singer, but also was a charming actress. She starred in the movie 'Big Match' (2014) and in the drama 'My Wife's Having an Affair this Week' (2016). Recently, she took part as a host in Mnet's 'Produce 101 Season 2'.
(Credit = 'zu.won_moon.jun.won', 'boakwon' Instagram)
(SBS Star)