Back in April 2023, Lee Seung Gi got married to actress Lee Da In, who is the youngest daughter of actress Kyeon Mi Ri and sister of actress Lee Yoo Bi. His in-laws are seen as problematic because Kyeon Mi Ri's husband, Lee Hong Heon, has been involved in several legal controversies related to stock manipulation. Lee Hong Heon reportedly told people that Kyeon Mi Ri was a shareholder of the company. It was reported that Lee Hong Heon was recently arrested on charges of being allegedly involved in stock manipulation for another company.
Below is a translation of Lee Seung Gi's statement (src. Soompi) - you can read the entire article here:
Hello, this is Lee Seung Gi.
It is with a heavy heart that I write this message.
Although my father-in-law was previously sentenced to a fine in the retrial regarding the ongoing allegations of illegal activities, he has recently been indicted again by investigative authorities for similar unlawful acts. As someone who had been waiting for the outcome based on trust within the family, I am devastated and at a loss for words over my father-in-law’s wrongful actions.
I deeply regret having spoken carelessly last year without thoroughly reviewing the matters related to my father-in-law. I firmly believe that any illegal acts must be met with appropriate punishment, and I sincerely apologize to the victims who may have suffered due to my hasty judgment. I am also truly sorry to everyone who trusted and supported me.
This incident has irreparably damaged the trust within our family, and after much deliberation, my wife and I have decided to sever ties with her family. From now on, I will strive to uphold the right values and live with a sense of responsibility for a healthier society.
Once again, I bow my head in apology for causing concern and disappointment over this personal matter.
It is with a heavy heart that I write this message.
Although my father-in-law was previously sentenced to a fine in the retrial regarding the ongoing allegations of illegal activities, he has recently been indicted again by investigative authorities for similar unlawful acts. As someone who had been waiting for the outcome based on trust within the family, I am devastated and at a loss for words over my father-in-law’s wrongful actions.
I deeply regret having spoken carelessly last year without thoroughly reviewing the matters related to my father-in-law. I firmly believe that any illegal acts must be met with appropriate punishment, and I sincerely apologize to the victims who may have suffered due to my hasty judgment. I am also truly sorry to everyone who trusted and supported me.
This incident has irreparably damaged the trust within our family, and after much deliberation, my wife and I have decided to sever ties with her family. From now on, I will strive to uphold the right values and live with a sense of responsibility for a healthier society.
Once again, I bow my head in apology for causing concern and disappointment over this personal matter.
1. [+5406 / -133] All of a sudden? Now? Is there more to be exposed?
2. [+5047 / 159] Is it hard for him to make money these days? ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
3. [+3944 / -114] Huh? What are you talking about?
4. [+737 / -16] It's one of these three reasons ㅋ 1. He didn't think that he'd get this cut off by the broadcasting industry 2. He fell out with his in-laws over something and he thought he might as well protect his image 3. He was going to endure it by leeching off his in-laws' money but he didn't receive as much as he expected
5. [+655 / -8] Seung Gi, it's too little, too late..
6. [+613 / -4] Since no one is asking to work with me, I'll announce that I'm cutting you off. Even if the article is a bit weird, please be understanding, father-in-law!
7. [+578 / -4] Wasn't he the one who said something about whether people are expecting him to abandon his family (t/n: earlier when it was announced he was getting married to Lee Da In)? Something is up...
8. [+536 / -6] At one point, he acted like he didn't care about these things and pushed forward with the marriage........but as soon as his popularity took a dip..... he's cutting ties? ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ did he run out of money???
Original Source (TV Report via Nate): 'Cuts ties with in-laws' Lee Seung Gi, uncovering past statements..."Can he really cut ties?"
1. [+2485 / -36] He went forward with a marriage that everyone was speaking against, didn't he even say not to mess with his family? But now he wants to cut ties? I heard he's releasing an album in May? Is that why you're doing this?
2. [+2153 / -26] The nation's little brother, the nation's yeonhanam... Who would have thought that Lee Seung Gi, who had these nicknames, would have his image turn like this... You really don't know how a person will end up..
3. [+1776 / -34] He's also an attention seeker, just live quietly, why are you making a fuss
4. [+180 / -4] He even cut ties with his fans who tried to stop the marriage. Now that he got married, he's eventually cutting ties with his in-laws too. ㅋㅋㅋ After being played by Lee Sun Hee, he cut ties. ㅋㅋ Isn't he just a bit clueless?
5. [+166 / -3] He didn't say he was going to cut ties with Kyeon ㅋ If caught, how can we break family ties
6. [+151 / -3] After Lee Seung Gi got married, he really went downhill fast.. how did this happen......
7. [+144 / -0] He wants to come out on TV but no one is calling for him
8. [+143 / -0] Because of Kyeon Mi Ri, he changed his religion to Buddhism, but now he's cutting ties? Wow..... I didn't see him like that but he's good at lying
Original Source (OSEN via Nate): 'Kyeon Mi Ri's daughter' Lee Da In chooses her 'husband' Lee Seung Gi...After two years of marriage, agrees to 'cutting ties with in-laws'
1. [+2296 / -39] After living high with that money... what's the point of doing this now?
2. [+2132 / -34] Do they think the public will believe them if they say they're going to cut ties? Do they take people for fools? They must think of people as easy because they (Lee Da In and her sister) have lived well off since they were young and always received care. You showed us things up until now but you're cutting ties? Who would believe that
3. [+1675 / -48] Is it that easy to cut family off?
4. [+207 / -1] There's even a granddaughter, what do you mean you're cutting ties? Stop pretending
5. [+200 / -1] In a world where people even fake getting a divorce, you want us to believe that? ㅋㅋㅋ Ugh they think the public are gullible
6. [+190 / -1] His mother-in-law must've ordered him to do this.
7. [+152 / -0] Whether it's the current stocks she owns or the fortune she currently has, isn't that from her parents??
