Pro-Gamer Lim Yo-hwan Dating Actress Kim Ka-yeon

Professional gamer Lim Yo-hwan revealed that he is in a romantic relationship with actress Kim Ka-yeon on his fan site last week. They have been dating for two years.

The disclosure immediately earned the couple the nickname "Korea's Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher." Kim is eight years older than Lim and the single mother of a 16-year-old daughter.

Lim Yo-hwan (left) and Kim Ka-yeon  Lim Yo-hwan (left) and Kim Ka-yeon

Kim and Lim had remained silent on their relationship until recently, but now they will be able to enjoy dating openly in public. A close acquaintance of Kim said, "Kim is very knowledgeable about video games, and her support for him really moved him."

Another acquaintance of the couple said, "Although there are some obstacles ahead of them such as issues with Lim's game and team, I understand that they are thinking of a wedding in the fall."

englishnews@chosun.com / Apr. 19, 2010 08:35 KST