On November 15, during the broadcast of tvN’s “Free Doctor,” it was shared that IU, known for her love for fans, had stopped checking SNS messages.
According to an entertainment reporter, IU had previously been receiving messages from strangers who were asking for financial help. These requests often involved people claiming they were struggling with hospital bills, tuition fees, or loan debts. One particular netizen, who impersonated a fan, sent IU a detailed and emotional story, pleading for help. Over the course of several months, the individual continued to send messages, asking for money. Moved by the heartfelt plea, IU eventually gave in and transferred a sum of money to assist.
However, the situation took a turn when the same person continued to request more funds. It was then that IU began to feel something was off, and upon further investigation, she realized she had fallen victim to a scam. The account had been switched to a different one, and she was deeply hurt.
Since then, IU made the decision to stop checking her SNS messages to avoid any future encounters with such deceitful requests. Despite being hurt by this personal experience, she has continued to donate steadily, leaving a heartwarming impression.
Source: Nate
