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Why Did a Female MBC Announcer, Lee Sun Young, Criticize Media for Lee Sun Gyun’s Death?

What drove a respected broadcaster to condemn media practices?
Yashica DudheBy Yashica DudheDecember 28, 2023No Comments5 Mins Read28 Views
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I remember watching the K-drama “My Mister” and feeling the rocks on my chest vanish one by one. The series explored the intricate relationships between strangers and how different perspectives can heal your trauma. 

One man’s smile in the series still lingers in my mind, a smile that hid a million worries but lit up the way for others. Lee Sun Gyun, who played the titular character, channeled his maturity, sensibility, emotional quotient, empathy, and love to find happiness in the darkest days. 

Those who know the actor can vouch that he embodied all these characteristics in real life as well. But the world was not ready for a kind-hearted soul, as his untimely demise on December 26, 2023, has sent waves of despair and shock in Korea and to the K-Drama world. 

The tragic demise of Lee Sun Gyun, an acclaimed actor celebrated for his roles in internationally renowned films like “Parasite,” has opened Pandora’s box of questions and outrage. 

His death, under the shroud of alleged drug misuse and intense media scrutiny, has not only grieved fans worldwide but also prompted a rare and bold criticism from a notable figure in the broadcasting world: MBC announcer Lee Sun Young. 

Why would this respected media professional take such a firm stance, and what does it reveal about the pressures of fame in South Korea?

As the story unfolds, it’s clear that this isn’t just about losing a beloved actor. It’s a mirror reflecting the darker side of celebrity culture, where the line between public interest and personal intrusion is often blurred. 

Lee Sun Young’s critique of her own industry isn’t just a moment of introspection; it’s a call to action, a plea for humanity in a realm where sensationalism often reigns supreme. 

MBC reporter Lee Sun Young’s bold statement on December 27, 2023, has sent ripples through the media landscape, condemning the intrusive reporting that she believes contributed to Lee Sun Gyun’s tragic end. 

She criticized KBS for releasing a confidential call between the ‘Parasite’ actor and Manager’ A’ where he was heard confessing to her, given that he is married with children. The reporter has condemned the other news channel for lack of journalism ethics, which might have contributed to the actor’s death. 

Where It All Started? What Happened To Lee Sun Gyun?

https://twitter.com/nisawantsmoney/status/1740037510531887607?s=20

On October 19, 2023, actor Lee Sun Gyun’s name surfaced in an unexpected context. The actor was booked in an investigation for suspected drug usage. At that time, Lee’s agency, HODU&U Entertainment, also released a statement that they would be taking legal action against the blackmailer and malicious comments.ย 

But the story was far from extinguishing the wildfire. The ‘Coffee Prince’ actor was summoned for police interrogation and was also tested for drugs at least thrice. 

https://twitter.com/bayernmari/status/1740186677505880535?s=20

Even after he was cleared of all the negative results from the tests, the police still insisted that the investigation continue. The actor was restricted from flying internationally and asked to remain available whenever he was called.ย 

19 HOURS over drug use. If the allegations were true, why wasnโ€™t he sent to a drug rehab center and allowed an opportunity to heal? Instead, he was shamed, threatened and ridiculed until he took his own life. There are some areas of Korean culture that still need HUGE reform.โ€ฆ https://t.co/9c8wbDP5O6

— ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ–คSoCalRoving ๐Ÿฉถ๐Ÿค (@SoCalRoving) December 27, 2023

On the other hand, the media trials broke all barriers of intrusion by digging out any dirt on the actor. Amidst this, they forgot a life was at stake. 

Lee Sun Gyun attempted s**cide wallahi sokors idea of โ€˜justiceโ€™ is pushing people to kll themselves. worst place on earth pic.twitter.com/xzelDqvpJY

— โœฟ well โœฟ (@dojasbin) December 27, 2023

The Tipping Point: Media’s Role in a Tragedy

Actor #Lee_Sun_Gyun, the star of the movie ' #Parasite,' found dead in his car in #Seoul #En_imarabic pic.twitter.com/XEiVCx8Mcy

— Im Arabic EN (@EnImArabic) December 27, 2023

Let us delve deeper into the narrative. KBS released an unauthorized personal recorded call between Lee Sun Gyun and an unnamed manager, ‘A.’ The call insinuated that the actor was confessing his feelings for her. Lee Sun Gyun saidโ€“

“I really like you too. You know that, right?” 

The manager responds, 

“I don’t know. Since you don’t express it.”   

The transcript suggests that the manager liked the actor first. This leak added fuel to the fire of tarnishing the actor’s reputation since he is already married and has kids. 

Lee Sun Young, an MBC reporter, in her poignant message, expressed deep concerns about the media’s handling of Lee Sun Gyun’s personal struggles. 

She stated, 

“The conversation in the call with the person identified as the manager of an entertainment establishment should have remained private. While it’s possible to criticize the actions of the deceased, I don’t know what journalistic value there was in that report except ruining someone’s life.”

The media’s influence on public perception and the relentless scrutiny faced by public figures in South Korea have long been topics of heated debate. Lee Sun Young’s criticism is a sobering reminder of the consequences of this invasive culture. 

As she aptly put it, “That report is just a ‘knife’ wielded not just at the late Lee Sun Gyun, but it stabbed innocent people, his wife and children.” Her words are a stark reminder of the human collateral damage in the wake of sensational journalism.

Lee Sun Gyun passing is very disappointing. May his family be comforted at this difficult time.

Really hoping Yoo Ah In hangs in there, gets the support he needs and gets to the other side of this situation he's found himself in. The alternative would really break my heart.

— BKD (@MsKally) December 28, 2023

Justice for Lee Sun Gyun. korean entertainment and journalism should be held accountable for the demise of personalities their unfair opinion and witch hunting have victimized and villainized.

— alex (@thejunghaein) December 28, 2023

All lee sun gyun needed was help, I will never understand how they donโ€™t focus on finding these ppl help but bash and make them so miserable they feel they have no other way out
I hope knetz are happy! They did it again!!

— Kiki๐ŸŒธ๐ŸŒบ๐Ÿ‚ (@Kiki22Minaj) December 27, 2023

Oh My. One great actor gone too soon. My Mister is one of the life kdramas i watch whenever i'm down. RIP Lee Sun Gyun https://t.co/RaoJR7TM8h

— joon7 (@j00n07) December 27, 2023

In light of these revelations, we’re left to ponder some pressing questions. How will the media industry respond to such criticism from one of its own? Will this tragic incident be a catalyst for change in how the press treats celebrities? 

How can we, as a society, better support those in the public eye, ensuring that their personal struggles don’t become a spectacle for public consumption? 

Share your thoughts and comments on the ongoing conversation.

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From a little girl who wrote school plays and made her friends act in them to an adolescent who got into dark humor, Yashica has built her own universe of peculiar characters inspired by great cinema. She has imbibed the philosophies of David Fincher's characters but lives like the eccentricity of Phoebe Waller Bridge's women. Her metahumans are those who can use the power of words to create an elixir of emotions and bring them to life on screen. Jordan Peele, Issa Rae, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Ilana-Abbi, Raj-DK, Anurag Kashyap, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, and others are her Marvel's Avengers. With over two years of experience as a content writer, her writing pieces are well-researched, with a sprinkle of her opinions/inferences that keep the audiences engaged. She is still exploring more on the anime scene but is highly intrigued by it. The cinephile in her makes her appreciate the intricacies of filmmaking. You will get a lot more insight into it in her articles and thoroughly enjoy her explanations. Well, someday, you might see Yashica as one of the writers for a movie-- it's her ultimate dream!

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