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Posted by Sophie-Ha Friday, December 22, 2023

What K-netizens are saying about JTBC issuing an official apology to G-Dragon

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On December 21, JTBC's 'Crime Chief' officially apologized to G-Dragon in regards to the coverage of the recent drug scandal.

Yang Won Bo, the anchor of JTBC News 'Crime Chief,' has acknowledged that the preliminary reports broadcasted in the early stages of the police investigation may have contained content and information that could be perceived as inappropriate or incorrect. 

Translation: Crime Chief | G-Dragon voluntarily appears at the police station, preliminary teaser 'negative' result
Translation: Listening to only the words of the entertainment establishment manager...? What is the truth behind Lee Sun Gyun and G-Dragon's 'drug allegations'

Acknowledging the potential impact of their reporting, the anchor has sincerely apologized to both G-Dragon and his fans, expressing regret for any distress or inconvenience caused.

For the past few weeks, various media outlets have been making speculations and inappropriate comments about G-Dragon while scrutinizing every detail of his behavior. JTBC was among the media outlets that made false accusations against G-Dragon during this period.

On December 21, JTBC's 'Crime Chief' apologized for the past reports on G-Dragon and removed all the articles from their site.

Translation: "In this controversy, it seems that many press outlets and even the head of the case may not feel entirely free. It was because, in fact, we conveyed content that might be difficult for G-Dragon to accept when we reported related news in the early stages of the police investigation. We also extend our sincere apologies to G-Dragon and his fans."

News report on JTBC's 'Crime Chief' making official apology

Korean netizens were surprised by the latest apology and one netizen commented, "There were times when a media outlet would take down videos without saying anything but I think this is the first that the anchor officially apologized. This is the first official apology. I hope other media outlets apologize too."


Netizens commented, "Well, even so, JTBC has at least some conscience. What about other broadcasting stations?" "Honestly, when no media outlet is apologizing, it's quite impressive that he's the first to apologize. I just hope that GD finds some comfort in the courage they mustered up to make the first apology," "At least they apologized and are self-reflecting. There are so many people who are not apologizing or self-reflecting even after causing a lot of trouble. So this is much appreciated," and "It's the first time I've seen someone apologize like that on the news. LOL, but it's deserved, damn."

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whooo1,697 pts Friday, December 22, 2023 1
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Wouldn't it have been better for the Media not to make unfounded accusations, affecting GD's image and career, and probably his health too? The media showed a gross lack of professionalism, acting like jackals hunting their prey. At least JTBC publicly apologized, but the others are silent like fish. Shame on them! What if GD decides to hunt them down, as they did with him? No one could blame him because the injustice he suffered was too big.

GD, sue them, ask for financial compensation, and use the money for the foundation!

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CLS-8024 pts Friday, December 22, 2023 0
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They felt that knee on their chest and knew he will win that lawsuit! I hope they do learn from this and no longer feed into the non-factual BS that is spread, they cannot judge anyone without reasonable and factual evidence!

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