Aespa's Winter Draws Attention, but Her 'Bodyguard' is Actually a Model!

Aespa member Winter turned heads at Ralph Lauren's Spring 2026 Women's Collection show in New York.

All eyes were on her, but a striking 6'2" man walking just behind her unexpectedly stole the spotlight. Clips of him guiding Winter through the crowd quickly went viral, with many fans assuming he was her personal bodyguard.

Some even humorously suggested he resembled a K-pop idol on the verge of debut. The mystery was cleared up when the man himself spoke out.

He revealed himself to be Nathan Overland, a professional model hired by Ralph Lauren. Taking to TikTok amidst a sudden surge in followers, he stated, "It's been surprising and humbling. I'm not Winter's bodyguard – I was hired as a model."

Overland, who has been modeling for two years and briefly explored acting, emphasized that he has no intentions of working as a bodyguard. Nevertheless, his unexpected viral fame is fueling rapid growth on his social media platforms.

Meanwhile, Winter and Aespa are continuing their global activities. On September 12 (local time), the group performed on ABC's flagship morning show 'Good Morning America' and also taped a segment for 'The Jennifer Hudson Show', furthering their U.S. promotional efforts.

Nathan Overland, the model in question, has been active in the modeling industry for two years and has had brief acting experiences. He clarified his role via TikTok, dispelling rumors of being Winter's bodyguard. His unexpected online fame is expected to boost his career.