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String of celebrity scandals renews debate on South Korea's 'cancel culture'

String of celebrity scandals renews debate on South Korea's 'cancel culture'

Summary

Three well-known celebrities in South Korea, Park Na-rae, Cho Sae-ho, and Cho Jin-woong, are facing various scandals. These issues, which involve accusations like workplace abuse and previous unlawful actions, have led to their removal from popular TV shows. The incidents have sparked discussions about "cancel culture" and the expectations placed on public figures in South Korea.

Key Facts

  • Comedian Park Na-rae faces allegations of workplace bullying and illegal medical treatment.
  • Park Na-rae announced a break from broadcast activities to resolve these issues.
  • Comedian Cho Sae-ho is accused of associating with a gang member and promoting the latter's business.
  • Cho Sae-ho decided to leave his TV shows due to public backlash.
  • Actor Cho Jin-woong admitted to some past wrongdoings as a teenager but denied a specific sexual assault allegation.
  • Cho Jin-woong announced his retirement from acting after a past story went viral.
  • The scandals have led to a broader debate on the accountability of celebrities for past actions in South Korea.

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