Ex-singer Ko Young-wook, convicted of molesting minor, mentions Japanese AV actor role
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Former singer Ko Young-wook, previously convicted of molesting a minor, has made controversial statements on social media.
- He expressed a desire to work as a Japanese adult video (AV) actor, citing difficulties finding employment in South Korea.
- His remarks have caused shock and outrage.
Ko Young-wook, a former singer previously convicted for molesting a minor, has resurfaced on social media with statements that have caused significant shock and controversy. The remarks, posted on January 12th, reveal his intentions and perceived limitations following his legal troubles.
In his social media post, Ko expressed a desire to "make people laugh and just live happily." However, he stated that finding employment in South Korea appears difficult. This led him to consider a career path in Japan's adult video industry.
"I think it will be difficult to find a job in Korea. I vaguely recall reading somewhere that there's a shortage of Japanese male AV actors. If it's legally possible," Ko wrote, indicating his contemplation of becoming a Japanese AV actor.
These statements have ignited public outrage and disbelief, given his past criminal conviction. The mention of pursuing a career in the adult film industry, particularly in Japan, has been widely condemned as inappropriate and further exacerbates the negative public perception surrounding him.
I want to make people laugh and just live happily. But I think it will be difficult to find a job in Korea. I vaguely recall reading somewhere that there's a shortage of Japanese male AV actors. If it's legally possible.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.