Kim Yong Man apologized formally through an official statement regarding his recent illegal sports gambling controversy.

The MC had been charged with participating in illegal sports gambling in March, betting over 1 billion KRW (approximately 896,000 USD) over the years. He stepped down as an MC on all five of his shows following his admittance.

He has now offered his official statement regarding the whole ordeal to the public:

This is Kim Yong Man.

I bow my head in apology for the disappointment I caused to those who cared for me. I am cautious and embarrassed even to say sorry to those who I have disappointed greatly even though you have loved me more than I deserve. I'm also sorry that I could not quickly make an official statement.

I went to the prosecutors, admitted everything and participated diligently and sincerely in the investigations. No matter what decision is made regarding my actions 2 years ago, I will accept the sentence.

No matter what reason, I committed a definite wrongdoing that I, myself, cannot allow. Now, I will have a time of deep self-reflection to become a morally mature and unshakable person.

Again, I am sincerely sorry for worrying those who have cared for me.