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Publicly Criticized Dominykas Dirkstys Posts Apology to Oksana Pikul
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Publicly Criticized Dominykas Dirkstys Posts Apology to Oksana Pikul

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Dominykas Dirkstys publicly apologized to Oksana Pikul for a joke about her mother, admitting it may have been inappropriate.
  • Pikul had publicly criticized Dirkstys for involving her family in their conflict, stating she would not tolerate disrespect towards her or her relatives.
  • The incident occurred after their breakup, and Dirkstys acknowledged that the joke might have been perceived differently given their changed relationship status.

Dominykas Dirkstys has issued a public apology to Oksana Pikul following a joke he made about her mother, which he now admits may have crossed a line. The apology was shared on Dirkstys' social media accounts, where he sent a message to Pikul on Monday acknowledging the potential insensitivity of his remark.

I want to apologize for the joke about your mother. I really had no intention of offending her or showing disrespect to you or your family.

โ€” Dominykas DirkstysDirkstys' public apology to Oksana Pikul.

Pikul had previously expressed her strong disapproval of Dirkstys involving her family in their personal conflict. She stated that while she does not involve his family, she expects the same respect in return and will not tolerate any disrespect towards her or her relatives. She warned Dirkstys against creating public attention at the expense of his loved ones, emphasizing that disrespect towards her and her family is something she will not tolerate.

The main thing I do not tolerate and will never tolerate in this life is disrespect towards me and my family.

โ€” Oksana PikulPikul's public statement regarding Dirkstys involving her family in their conflict.

Dirkstys explained in his apology that he and Pikul had previously joked in a similar manner, and it had been acceptable. He suggested that the same humor might have been misinterpreted given the current situation after their breakup. He reiterated that he had no intention of offending Pikul or her mother, and if his joke caused offense, he sincerely apologized. The public exchange highlights the lingering emotions and ongoing discussions surrounding the end of their relationship, which continues to be a topic of interest in the entertainment world.

My brother said he will pluck your ears for looking for mom's number and touching our family.

โ€” Oksana PikulPikul shared a photo of her brother, implying family protection.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.