An online exposé about actor Lee Yi-kyung appeared, and his agency refuted it as false distribution and mentioned legal action.
On the 20th, Lee Yi-kyung's agency, Sangyoung ENT, said, "First, we give our thanks to those who always send much support and interest to actor Lee Yi-kyung. Regarding the matter that has recently been posted and distributed mainly on online communities and social media, we are preparing legal action for damages caused by the spread of false information and malicious rumors."
Earlier, an image capturing a message in which Lee Yi-kyung allegedly sent explicit remarks was released mainly through online communities and social media. Attention turned to whether the message was genuine, and the agency quickly issued a statement denying it was true.
Lee Yi-kyung's side said, "Given the seriousness of this matter, we will calculate the scale of direct and indirect damages caused by the spread of false information and take all measures," and added, "The creation of such posts as well as indiscriminate posting and distribution are also subject to legal action, so please be careful to prevent unnecessary harm."
The agency added, "We will do our best to protect the artist through reports sent by fans and our continuous monitoring. Thank you."
Meanwhile, Lee Yi-kyung debuted in the 2012 film Baekya and became known through dramas such as drama Confession Couple, drama Fight for My Way, drama Witch at Court, drama The Slave Hunters: Joseon secret investigation team, and drama Marry My Husband. He has also been very active in variety shows and is currently a regular member on shows including Hangout with Yoo?, Handsome Guys, I Am Solo, Brave Detectives, Stir-fry travel, and The Return of Superman.
The following is the full official statement from Lee Yi-kyung's agency, Sangyoung ENT
Hello.
This is Sangyoung ENT.
First, we give our thanks to those who always send much support and interest to actor Lee Yi-kyung.
We are preparing legal action for damages caused by the spread of false information and malicious rumors related to the matter that has recently been posted and distributed mainly on online communities and social media, and given the seriousness of this matter, we will calculate the scale of direct and indirect damages caused by the spread of false information and take all measures.
Regarding such matters, both the creation and indiscriminate posting and distribution are subject to legal action, so please be careful to prevent unnecessary harm.
Also, we will do our best to protect the artist through reports sent by fans and our continuous monitoring.
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