Broadcaster Lee Hyuk-jae was furious over the controversy surrounding his participation in a YADANG: The Snitch event.
Lee Hyuk-jae appeared on the YouTube channel 'Gukjae Market' on the 27th. He talked with broadcaster Choi Guk about his recent activities.
Previously, it became a topic of conversation when it was revealed that Lee Hyuk-jae had been appointed as a judge for the metropolitan council proportional representation youth audition held by the People Power Party. In connection with this, Lee Hyuk-jae's past assault incident and tax delinquency history were repeatedly raised, generating public criticism.
In fact, he stirred controversy over his private life due to a 2010 incident in which he assaulted a hostess at a room salon and subsequent legal disputes including unpaid debts and fraud. Last year, it became a topic when it was revealed he had more than 200 million won in tax delinquencies, placing him on a list of high-value tax delinquents.
Regarding these past controversies, Lee Hyuk-jae expressed his grievance. He appealed, "I am no longer a celebrity; I am a private citizen now. It has been more than four years since I did a broadcast. If you keep bringing up the past, where am I supposed to live?"
He emphasized, "I'm not saying it was justified," but added, "I paid fines, did overseas volunteer work, and fulfilled my responsibilities. I have lived taking moral responsibility as well." He also argued, "If I had a different political leaning, would I have been criticized this much?" Broadcaster Choi Guk also chimed in, questioning, "I wonder if the same standard is being applied."
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