Actor Lee Yoru Goes Viral for Bulk-Buying STAYC Albums: Netizens enjoy seeing his "Fanboy Side"
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Actor and dancer Lee Yoru, known for his poised, professional demeanor, has sent the internet into a frenzy— but not for a new role or dance performance. Instead, the heartthrob has gone viral for his unabashed fanboying over the K-pop group STAYC, particularly their member Seeun, whom he has even often referred to as his "celebrity crush."
Recently, a series of candid photos showing Lee Yoru bulk-buying STAYC's latest albums surfaced on social media, igniting excitement among fans. The photos, posted by a Twitter user, show Yoru at a local record store holding at least four copies of STAYC’s latest release, a gesture that sparked both admiration and amusement from netizens.
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Lee Yoru's Love for STAYC: No Secret to Fans
Lee Yoru’s affection for STAYC has never been a secret. Over the years, he’s openly expressed his love for the group and their music, often praising their performances and recommending their tracks in interviews. The actor has particularly singled out Seeun, playfully calling her his "celebrity crush". It’s not uncommon for Lee Yoru to like STAYC’s official posts, and he has frequently included their songs in his Instagram stories and dance videos. Fans have noted how his usually composed and polished demeanor takes on a boyish charm when he discusses the group, which has only added to his appeal.
However, his latest public display of devotion — buying multiple copies of their albums in store — has taken his fanboy status to the next level as fans discuss him making the effort to go and buy the albums in person when he could have just ordered them.
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The Viral Moment
The viral tweet that brought this moment to public attention included pictures of Lee Yoru casually dressed in a cap and mask while holding four STAYC albums. The caption read, "Lee Yoru buys STAYC albums with his own hands..."
Fans quickly took to social media to express their amusement and adoration for the actor’s dedication.
- "Him buying FOUR albums?? By hand?? This man really said one is not enough! LOL. Gotta love how dedicated he is to his bit"
- "I can't get over how cute it is that Lee Yoru, who’s usually so serious in dramas, turns into a complete fanboy for a girl group ㅠㅠ"
- "Imagine being Seeun and knowing one of Korea’s hottest actors is out there buying your albums in bulk! The power she holds!"
- "He went to buy it in person because he supports them so much...it's so cute :("
- "Yoru really decided he'll personally boost their album sales ㅋㅋㅋ"
- "4 Albums is crazy. He's just like us 😭😭😭"
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An Endearing Contrast to His Usual Persona
What makes this fanboy moment particularly endearing is the contrast it presents to Lee Yoru’s typical public image. Known for his charismatic roles in dramas and as a sharp, elegant dancer, he is often seen as composed and refined. Seeing him lose his cool over a K-pop group — in the most wholesome way possible — has made him even more relatable to his fanbase and K-pop fans.
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