What? Lim Young-woong is deeply saddened by the loss of his precious life. Mourning for the plane disaster + silence
Dec 29, 2024
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Although he remained silent on political issues earlier, he expressed his pain to the fullest at the tragedy in which the whole nation was grieving.
Lim Young-woong held a solo concert 'Lim Young-woong Recital' at Gocheok Sky Dome in Guro-gu, Seoul on the 29th.
Comedian Jung Sung-ho, who was on stage as a pre-MC before the concert began, said "I will pay silent tribute to the victims"We had a time to pay tribute to about 20,000 fans and victims who filled the auditorium.
Lim Young-woong, who then appeared, expressed his heartbreak over the Jeju Air plane crash shortly after the opening song.
Lim Young-woong said, `I am greeting you with a heavy heart today,' adding, `I want to send my sincere condolences to the victims and their families as I feel deeply saddened to hear that precious lives have left due to the plane accident.'
I would also like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who does their best at the scene despite the difficult situation of an airplane accident"I also commended the rescuers for their hard work.
Then "Today's meeting is a place that contains precious promises with you. I want to convey hope and comfort through today's performance with the sincerity I had while preparing for the stage. I will do my best to keep my promise to give you joy and pleasure," he added.
Earlier on the 3rd, Lim Young-woong was criticized for posting a post congratulating his dog's birthday on his personal account on Yoon Suk Yeol's emergency martial law. One of them sent a DM saying, "'What are you doing in this situation?' and Lim Young-woong replied, "'What is it?'" Am I a politician. Why are you speaking up?" he reportedly answered, sparking controversy.
It is not known whether the DM came from the exact source, but the disclosure of the conversation sparked controversy over various opinions, including the opinion that it is only Lim Young-woong's individual freedom to not make political remarks and that he should have been more careful as the entire country is in chaos.
Since then, Lim Young-woong expressed his controversy ahead of the performance on the first day of his solo concert at Gocheok Sky Dome on the 27th.
He says "I'm a singing man" He is a man who gives pleasure, consolation, and joy with songs. I'll come back with a better and more advanced appearance." Then "I'm sorry to have caused you concern and concern", "Hero Generation, thank you from the bottom of my heart and I love you."," he said, adding an apology to his fans.
Lim Young-woong's position was revealed about 20 days after the so-called "What?" controversy. Controversial for not making political statements, he kept his conviction, emphasizing that he was still 'singer'.
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