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Posted by Germaine-Jay Thursday, August 15, 2024 12,691

Netizens react to Stray Kids Felix' apology after mentioning Japanese anime challenge on National Liberation Day of Korea

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Netizens reacted to Stray Kids Felix' apology about mentioning a Japanese anime challenge on the National Liberation Day of Korea.

On August 15, Felix received criticism for referring to a Japanese song on Liberation Day and issued an apology soon after. He wrote, "First and foremost, I want to apologize to all those who were disappointed by my thoughtless behavior, including my fans. In the early hours of August 15th, while discussing a short-form challenge with fans on a personal communication community, I mentioned a Japanese song. I sincerely apologize for my lack of consideration and thoughtlessness on this meaningful Liberation Day."

Following the apology, netizens took to online communities to comment. They commented, "Good job," "I'm a fan of a different group, but he wrote the apology well," "We're lucky he apologized," "It's fine as long as he doesn't do it again," "I'm glad he apologized. He's an idol I've always thought well of," "Study more," "Let's be careful," "Good apology," and more.

As previously reported
, August 15 marks the 79th anniversary of The National Liberation Day of Korea, which commemorates Korea's liberation from Japan and celebrate the establishment of the Korean government. With other celebrities like Kang Seung Yoon, Jun Hyosung, Sean, Song Hye Kyo, and Lee Young Ae observing Liberation Day in exemplary ways according to netizens, Felix' words drew criticism.

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