'The Glory' director Ahn Gil Ho has officially admitted his bullying history.

Days afterfacing the allegations, the director of the acclaimed Netflix series came forward with a statement with eDaily on March 12. He stated that he apologizes for the "public criticism" and that he would like to "convey his apologies directly."

The legal representative of director Ahn stated that "Ahn Gil Ho did have a girlfriend while he was studying abroad in 1996," and that he "committed an irreversible, hurtful act against another person when he was overwhelmed after learning about his girlfriend becoming the object of mockery because of him."

Director Ahn told the media outlet that he "would like to ask for forgiveness from the people who were hurt by this incident, from the bottom of [his] heart." He added, "if I am given the opportunity, I would like to apologize in person or at least through the wire."

Upon seeing this news, netizens once again spoke up expressing their shock toward the irony. In addition to their previous reactions based on conjectures, netizens wrote:

"I can't believe he just lived his life without even remembering the act he committed as a perpetrator"

"I am so mad at myself for having believed in this drama"
"As a past victim myself, I used to appreciate this drama. Now, I am so disappointed."
"Life is even worse than fiction."
"Didn't they say they were just rumors? I can't believe this"

"Reality is worse. This actually makes me sad."

"I can no longer watch this drama"

"This is SO scary"

"I am speechless"
"An actress who was accused of tax evasion and a director who is accused of bullying...lol"

"I am the real winner for never having watched this drama lol"

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