On June 12, THE BOYZ’s Juyeon publicly addressed the controversies surrounding him, which involved allegations of drinking, smoking, and dating two actresses. In a heartfelt apology shared via his private messaging app, the idol expressed deep remorse for the distress the situation had caused fans. Reported by Korean outlet Xports News, Juyeon acknowledged that while some of the claims were untrue, he still bore responsibility for the outcome and promised to be more cautious moving forward.
Juyeon began his message by apologizing for not speaking up sooner, explaining that he had taken time to reflect on how best to address fans’ concerns and reassure them. “I think that time may have made things even harder for you, and I’m truly sorry for that,” he wrote, acknowledging the emotional toll the delay might have had on his supporters.
While Juyeon did not specify which allegations were inaccurate, he emphasized that not everything circulating online was factual. Despite this, he admitted that his behavior had contributed to the controversy. “Even though there are many things that aren’t true, I deeply feel that the responsibility for this situation ultimately lies with me,” he said. His agency and that of actress Shin Shi Ah had previously denied the dating rumors, confirming at least one aspect of the speculation as baseless.
Reflecting on his actions, Juyeon confessed that he had grown too accustomed to the unconditional love and support from fans and had momentarily lost sight of the trust and expectations placed upon him. He admitted the situation had forced him to reevaluate how he carries himself as a public figure. “This experience has made me think a lot,” he shared, promising not to repeat the same mistakes.
He closed the message by expressing his gratitude and commitment to THE B, saying, “I will act with more care and appreciation.” The note served as both an apology and a vow to be more mindful of the responsibility that comes with being an idol.