Park Ji-yoon, Responding to Netizens Criticizing 'Social Distancing,' Says "There Are Many Pro-Discomfort People"

Announcer Park Ji-yoon is attending the E Channel 'Is Separation Separation 2' press conference held at Cinecube Gwanghwamun in Jongno-gu, Seoul, in September 2017. Photo by Yonhap News

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Ga-yeon] As the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) crisis prolongs, the government has urged social distancing and refraining from going out. Amid this, broadcaster and former announcer Park Ji-yoon engaged in a heated exchange with netizens over the issue.

Last weekend, Park Ji-yoon posted photos on her Instagram from a trip with a friend's family, stating, "After an enjoyable 50-minute hike, I headed to a cafe feeling the family love blossoming amid the epidemic."

One netizen commented, "I cautiously suggest not posting travel photos during times like these. Everyone is trying to stay home and avoid going out as much as possible."

In response, Park Ji-yoon said, "We were not roaming tourist spots but stayed only with family at a private condo," adding, "It's safer than my husband going to work."

Later, through her Instagram story, she posted, "Why are there so many professional complainers telling others what to do these days? If you're unhappy with your own life, please resolve it yourself. Don't interfere with others' lives."

Although this post spread through social media and various online communities, sparking controversy, Park Ji-yoon posted a hairdryer advertisement on Instagram.

She added, "Some people may also find this post uncomfortable, but as a seller doing my best, I wrote this with a heavy heart, so I ask for your praise and encouragement."

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