Ha Jeong Mok and Park Ji Yeon, who met on Better Late Than Single, recently revealed that they have decided to part ways after the show ended. Their pairing had drawn a lot of attention online, as the two went from being best friends to quickly declaring strong feelings for each other. Viewers were curious about the sincerity of their relationship, and Ha Jeong Mok faced a lot of scrutiny over how he handled interactions with other contestants during the show.
On August 5, Ha Jeong Mok shared a heartfelt letter addressing the situation. He apologized for any insensitive remarks he made and for the way his actions affected others. He explained that he never intended to justify his “true intentions,” but he recognized that the impact of his behavior on others was important to acknowledge.
He admitted that the past month had been the hardest of his life, as he watched the negative comments directed not only at him but also at his family. Even though he feared backlash from announcing the breakup with Park Ji Yeon, he felt it was necessary to be honest with the fans who supported them.
Ha Jeong Mok said he wants to reflect on his actions and become a better person. He asked netizens to be understanding and not to hate him too harshly, expressing gratitude to those who had stood by him.