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YouTuber faces court over false claims against actor

Published Saturday, May 23, 2026 · Updated May 24

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A South Korean YouTuber, Kim Se-eui, is facing a court hearing in Seoul on May 26 over allegations of making false claims against actor Kim Soo-hyun. The YouTuber is accused of using AI-generated content and manipulated screenshots to spread claims that Kim Soo-hyun dated a late actress as a minor and was responsible for her death.

What We Know — Key Points

  • YouTuber Kim Se-eui's warrant hearing is scheduled for 10:30 am (0130 GMT) on May 26 in Seoul.
  • Kim Se-eui is accused of using AI-generated material and manipulated screenshots to make false claims against actor Kim Soo-hyun.
  • The false claims include allegations that Kim Soo-hyun dated a late actress while she was a minor and was responsible for her death.

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    A South Korean YouTuber, Kim Se-eui, is scheduled for a court hearing next week over allegations of using AI-generated material and manipulated screenshots to make false claims about actor Kim Soo-hyun. The YouTuber is accused of falsely claiming Kim Soo-hyun dated a late actress while she was a minor and was responsible for her death.

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