TEEN TOP member CHANGJO has gone public about his relationship―no rumors, just straight from him. His girlfriend is KASPER, the rapper-turned-beauty entrepreneur.
On Jan. 5, CHANGJO shared a lengthy note on Instagram confirming the news himself. “Whether it’s something to celebrate or something delicate, if there’s a meaningful change in my life, I want to tell you,” he wrote, adding that he waited until “my thoughts and circumstances felt settled enough to speak calmly.”
Reflecting on his career, he continued, “It’s been 16 years since I started this, and I’ve grown alongside you for a long time. There were moments when I wasn’t emotionally steady, but she’s someone who helped turn those parts of me into something positive and kept cheering me on.” Acknowledging mixed reactions, he added, “I understand this choice might disappoint or confuse some. I’ll take both the support and the concerns to heart―and repay you with good music and performances.”
KASPER, known for her run on Mnet’s "Unpretty Rapstar" Season 2, now heads her own beauty brand while continuing to make music. Recently, she’s focused on balancing her artistry with her business ventures.
The couple wasn’t exactly hiding: KASPER posted a New Year’s Day date photo and tagged it on social media, and CHANGJO followed suit―enough for fans to put two and two together. Still, without a formal statement or agency comment, CHANGJO chose to share the news directly, effectively going Instagram official on his own terms.
Meanwhile, CHANGJO is gearing up for TEEN TOP promotions, fan events, and overseas concerts. He signed off his post with a message to fans: “Sorry for the surprise. I hope you stay healthy and happy in 2026. Thank you always―I love you.”
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)