Actor Lee Yi-kyung has completely dispelled the recent private life rumor controversy and is entering a brief hiatus.
Earlier, Lee Yi-kyung suffered after an internet user A posted manipulated messages and AI-composited photos on social media claiming they were "conversations with Lee Yi-kyung." A initially insisted he would "expose the actor's true nature," but eventually posted an apology saying, "It was a prank using AI." He acknowledged, "It started from fandom feelings but gradually felt real. I am sorry for spreading malicious rumors."
Lee Yi-kyung's agency said, "The rumors are clearly false, and we are preparing legal action," adding, "We will hold those who damaged the actor's reputation accountable to the end."
Even after the controversy subsided, Lee Yi-kyung continued his broadcasting activities without wavering. On the 23rd, his appearance on the tvN variety show "Handsome Guys" aired as scheduled without editing. In that episode, he showed bright energy as he and the members took on various missions, and drew laughs by personally selling 50 hot dogs as a penalty mission.
At the end of the broadcast, news came that the program would become a regular. Cha Tae-hyun expressed joy, saying, "We finally became regulars," and Lee Yi-kyung officially announced a break, saying, "I will take a short time to regroup and come back." The program will take a short break and return with a new season early next year.
Netizens have expressed support and anticipation for his return with messages such as, "It's admirable that he stood his ground and kept his place until the end," "I support Lee Yi-kyung who faced the rumors confidently," and "An actor who can do both acting and variety."
Currently Lee Yi-kyung is reviewing his next projects and preparing to advance as a more mature actor while moving between film and drama, and netizens' support continues unabated.<
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