[SpoChosun.com Lee Ge-eun] The reason why singer and actress IU stopped checking her social media messages has been revealed.
On the November 15 broadcast of tvN’s “Free Doctor,” it was disclosed why IU, who is known for her love for fans, stopped checking her social media messages.
According to an entertainment journalist, in the past, IU received messages from strangers asking for money. It was common for her to receive messages appealing for help due to suffering from hospital bills, tuition fees, and private debts. A netizen pretending to be a fan shared a detailed story and asked for money from IU over several months, eventually weakening her resolve, leading her to transfer money.
The netizen demanded more money from IU, who then sensed something odd and realized it was a scam. The account in question had been changed to a different account, leaving her deeply hurt.
Since then, IU stopped checking social media messages. Despite being hurt by her personal charitable donation, IU continues to donate regularly, bringing warmth to those around her.