In a recent public declaration, the actress Read ji ahknown for his roles in successful dramas like Lactic AND Thousands of days promisedHe turned to the dispute surrounding his family, offering a sincere explanation of his position. The actress, who has long been admired for her pretty presence on the screen, took her social media to clarify the misunderstandings and clarify her position on the pro-Japanese actions of her grandfather during the colonial period.
Lee Ji Ah began his statement by apologizing for the delay in facing the question, recognizing the complexity and sensitivity of the situation. He shared that, after much contemplation, he considered it fundamental to correct the facts and take responsibility, despite the personal difficulty of doing it.
Hi, this is Lee Ji Ah.
I would like to share my position regarding recently reported problems.
Even if I have been cautious and deliberate for a long time, now I think it is the right thing to take responsibility and correct the facts, even in this advanced phase. So, even if it is difficult, I collect the courage to speak.
I apologize sincerely for the delay in expressing my position.
Facts relating to family dispute:
Since I became independent at the age of 18, I have never received any financial support from my parents. Due to a complicated family history, I cut ties with them for over 10 years. As for the recent disputes that involve family properties, causes and disputes on land ownership, I was not completely unaware and I have no involvement.My position on the dispute concerning the pro-Japanese actions of my grandfather
My grandfather died when I was two, so I have no memories of him and I was grown without knowledge of his pro-Japanese activities.It was only in 2011, when I came across an article, which I learned for the first time on this problem. To check the facts, I have visited the Institute for National Studies several times and I examined the related materials to study the problem.
During this process, I found record of my grandfather’s contributions and also considering the historical context of time, I believe that these actions cannot be justified for any reason.
If Anyang’s land, which is at the center of this controversy, has been acquired during the Japanese occupation, I firmly believe that it should be returned to the state.
For my final observations:
In the past I have never made statements about my grandfather, nor did I use my family to promote myself.However, there was a dissemination of incorrect information on online communities and in the comments, claiming that I said “Respect my grandfather.“This is not true and I would like to correct it.
Finally, I deeply recognize my grandfather’s historical errors and I honestly apologize as his descendant. I will continue to face the truth of the story with a humble attitude and live with a sense of responsibility.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Read ji ah.– lee ji ah
Lee Ji Ah was overwhelmed by criticisms and disputes after it was revealed that his grandfather had been pro-Japanese. This tag had followed him throughout his career until his statement on February 21st.
