Yerin Ha Boyfriend: The Truth on Michael B. Jordan Rumors

As of 2026, Yerin Ha is publicly single. Despite her skyrocketing fame as Sophie Baek in Bridgerton Season 4, she has maintained a very private personal life. The actress, who splits her time between Sydney and London, has been extremely careful about keeping her romantic life away from the paparazzi, stating in her 2026 The Nightly interview that “actors do not owe an explanation of their private souls to the public.”

While her on-screen chemistry with Luke Thompson (Benedict Bridgerton) sparked global “shipping” wars, Yerin has consistently maintained that their bond is built on a “deep, platonic vulnerability” developed during their intense 10-month filming schedule in the UK.

The “10-Month Bond”: What Really Happened with Luke Thompson?

The biggest rumor of 2026 has been the “Lukerin” (Luke and Yerin) ship. In February 2026, after the release of Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2, the internet went into a frenzy over their intimate red-carpet chemistry. However, a deep dive into the Shondaland Sessions (Feb 2026) reveals the truth:

• The Intense Period: Yerin revealed that she and Luke worked together for 10 months straight, often spending 14 hours a day on set.
• The “Genuineness” Factor: She told The Nightly that while she “adores” Luke, their love is strictly a genuine friendship. She even joked that Luke is “too much of a hermit” for the fast-paced dating life she’s currently navigating.
• Fan Projections: Yerin acknowledged that fans “project” the Cinderella-inspired romance of their characters onto their real lives, but she maintains a clear boundary between Sophie Baek and Yerin Ha.

The “Secret” Life: Why Yerin Ha Avoids Dating Apps

In a 2026 interview with Elle, Yerin gave a rare insight into her dating philosophy. While she is part of the “Chronically Online” generation (often doing TikTok dances with her co-stars), she is old-school when it comes to romance.

She confirmed that she has never used a dating app and has no plans to. To Yerin, the “mystery” of a first meeting is more important than a digital swipe. This privacy stems from her upbringing in a family of actors; her grandmother is the legendary Korean actress Son Sook, who taught her that a private life is the “only sanctuary” an actor has.

2026 Career Focus: The “Halo” and “Bridgerton” Balance

As of April 2026, Yerin’s “boyfriend” is effectively her career. Between the Halo series and the massive global requirements for Bridgerton, she has been on a plane almost every week.

• The London Move: She spent most of late 2025 and early 2026 in London, which sparked rumors that she might be settling there for a partner. In reality, she was attending NIDA-related events and filming press content.
• Financial Independence: With her 2026 net worth estimated to have tripled following the Netflix deal, Yerin is focusing on building her production portfolio rather than a public relationship.

Sources:

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yerin_Ha
• https://www.shondaland.com/inspire/shondaland-bridgerton-season-4-cast-updates/
• https://thenightly.com.au/culture/yerin-ha-interview-bridgerton-season-4/
• https://www.elle.com.au/culture/yerin-ha-bridgerton-dating-apps/
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9S76_sOYzQ4