Comedian Noh Woo-jin Apologizes for 'Drunk Driving' Alongside Wife: "Deeply Aware of Great Responsibility as a Partner"

Comedian No Woo-jin. (Photo by Asia Economy DB)

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Park Hee-eun] Comedian No Woo-jin has caused controversy due to drunk driving, and No Woo-jin's wife also expressed an apology together.

On the 18th, No Woo-jin's wife posted a lengthy apology on her Instagram.

She stated, "I sincerely apologize for causing controversy due to my husband's foolish actions during such a difficult time. He is someone who usually works hard meeting people without a manager and stays out late, so I trusted his schedule that day was no different from usual. Seeing my husband come home intoxicated, I did not suspect anything and went to sleep."

She continued, "I am very shocked after reading about this unfortunate incident in the news, and I deeply resent my husband. There is nothing I can say to excuse this matter. As a parent raising a child, I am more aware than anyone else how seriously wrong drunk driving is, and as his partner, I feel a great responsibility to ensure that such an incident never happens again."

Furthermore, she added, "On behalf of everyone disappointed in my husband because of this incident, I will stand with him to ensure he faces stern criticism and takes responsibility for his actions, reflecting deeply and spending time in self-restraint," reiterating her apology.

Earlier, on the 17th, when controversy over the drunk driving incident arose, No Woo-jin posted an apology on his SNS, saying, "I made a mistake due to a moment of poor judgment. Without any excuse, it is clearly my fault."

Meanwhile, No Woo-jin debuted in 2005 as a comedian in the 20th class of KBS public recruitment. Later, he became known to the public through the 'Master' segment of 'Gag Concert' alongside fellow comedian Kim Byung-man.

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