nuSep 4, 2026, 11:39

Lale Gül dates Dutch celebrity: 'I actually pulled it off'

Author Lale Gül has confirmed she is dating a well-known Dutch celebrity but intends to keep his identity private. Gül noted that she specifically sought out a public figure to avoid people interested in her only for her fame, following a previous platonic date with Ronnie Flex.

Author Lale Gül, known for her debut novel Ik ga leven, has revealed that she is currently dating a well-known Dutch celebrity. Gül stated that she is purposely keeping the relationship casual at this stage and prefers not to attach any formal labels to their early interactions. She has previously expressed a desire to date public figures to ensure that potential partners are not interested in her solely because of her own growing fame. She noted that this dynamic is a welcome relief compared to her previous experiences.

Earlier this year, the writer sparked headlines when she went on a date with artist Ronnie Flex after interacting on social media, though she clarified that their connection remained strictly platonic. Regarding her current partner, Gül noted that she intends to keep his identity out of the public eye. Since rising to national prominence in 2021, the author has remained a controversial figure due to her candid critiques of her religious background and family upbringing, which she continued to explore in her 2024 follow-up publication.

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