Comedian apologizes for skit satirizing public officials, 're-election' demand

Comedian Lee Soo-ji has issued a handwritten apology after a skit she performed sparked controversy. The comedian, known for her YouTube channel 'Hot Issue Ji,' apologized for causing discomfort and disappointment to viewers.

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Regardless of my intention to create laughter, I am taking to heart the fact that I have hurt and inconvenienced someone.

In her apology, Lee stated, "Regardless of my intention to create laughter, I am taking to heart the fact that I have hurt and inconvenienced someone." She acknowledged that as a comedian, she should have been more careful. "I did not fully consider that my acting and content could cause hurt or offense to some people," she wrote. "I will use this opportunity to reflect deeply on myself."

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I did not fully consider that my acting and content could cause hurt or offense to some people.

Lee further pledged to become a comedian who delivers healthy laughter that many can empathize with, promising to return with a more cautious and responsible approach after a period of self-reflection and preparation. The skit in question depicted a new public servant, portrayed by Lee, dealing with various citizen complaints. The controversy arose when a character demanding a "re-election" was stopped by the public servant, a scene some viewers interpreted as a mockery of the recent shortage of ballots during the June 3 local elections.

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I will use this opportunity to reflect deeply on myself.

The production team for the video stated that the skit was unrelated to the personal political beliefs of the performers and subsequently deleted the video. Lee expressed her commitment to being more mindful and responsible in her future work.

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I will strive to become a comedian who delivers healthy laughter that many can empathize with.