Showing posts with label Lee Jonghyun. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Lee Jonghyun. Show all posts

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

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Former CNBLUE member Lee Jonghyun has spoken out on social media for the first time in eight years, sharing updates on his current life and addressed long-standing rumors surrounding his departure from the group. 

On August 11, Lee Jonghyun posted a long message on his personal social media account, writing, "I want to share something I've been keeping to myself for a very long time."

Addressing his departure from the group back in 2019, Lee Jonghyun took full responsibility for his past actions, saying, "I was once a member of CNBLUE, but because of my careless behavior and immaturity, I left the band and spent the past eight years distancing myself from the world." He added, "I have always carried a heavy heart knowing that my actions caused the team and its members to face unwanted misunderstandings and criticism." He continued:

"Some fans may have thought that the members turned their backs on me, but that is absolutely not true. It hurts me to see the members were hurt in ways they never wanted because of this. Leaving the group was entirely my own decision and my own fault, and facing the consequences was my responsibility."

Speaking about his life away from the spotlight, Lee Jonghyun shared, "After leaving the entertainment industry, my personal life also went through various hardships." He revealed: 

"I started a family as well, but I am currently in the process of sorting things out so that we can each go our separate ways."

Despite these challenges, he expressed his desire to face his past mistakes, saying, "I want to face my past mistakes rather than avoid them. I want to step back into the world as a regular person."

Most importantly, Lee Jonghyun made it clear that he is not returning to the entertainment industry, writing:

"This post is by no means being written for the purpose of returning to the entertainment industry."

He explained, "I gathered the courage to write this post in order to prevent unverified rumors or misunderstandings concerning specific brands and business maters related to my current job as a non-celebrity." He added, "I would like to offer my sincere apologies and gratitude to the CNBLUE members, who have suffered from unnecessary misunderstandings for a long time."

Meanwhile, Lee Jonghyun originally debuted in 2010 as a member of the four-member band CNBLUE and gained popularity with hit songs such as 'I'm a Loner' and 'Love Light,' while also pursuing acting projects. 

However, in 2019, he voluntarily left the group after becoming embroiled in a major controversy surrounding a group chat linked to the distribution of illegally filmed material, alongside public backlash when it was revealed that he had sent inappropriate private messages to a female BJ. 

Former CNBLUE Member Lee Jonghyun Reveals He Started a Family After Leaving Entertainment Industry

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

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Former CNBLUE member Lee Jonghyun returned online to share an update on his life and new job after eight years away from social media.

On August 10, Lee Jonghyun posted a few photos along with a long message on his account. He wrote, "This is Lee Jonghyun. I left this account empty for eight years. My account was hacked, and I'm still waiting for my username and bio to be changed back." He continued:

"For several years, I hid away from the world. After that, I learned how to work and try to live again."

Opening up about life away from the entertainment industry, he revealed, "It's just a small thing, but for the past eight years, I've been working professionally in beauty marketing. I've genuinely come to enjoy it." He shared, "This is what my days look like these days: I have meetings, examine products, and think about how I can do things better."

Talking about what it's like to work a normal job, he admitted, "I leave home in the morning and come back at night," and added:

"I've come to realize how difficult it is to simply live an ordinary life and go to work. I think everyone is truly amazing."

He ended his post by expressing his intention to stay in touch, stating, "From now on, I want to communicate with people as Lee Jonghyun, the person. I hope you have a nice day." Along with the message, he posted pictures of himself working on a laptop in an office and enjoying a nighttime view of the city.

For context, Lee Jonghyun initially debuted as a member of CNBLUE in 2010 and was active in music and TV. In 2018, he enlisted for his mandatory military service as an active-duty soldier. However, he faced intense public criticism while he was serving due to a series of controversies.

In March 2019, he came under fire after being identified as a participant in a group chat involving singers Seungri and Jung Joonyoung, who were embroiled in a scandal centered on the illicit filming and distribution of illegal sexual videos. In August of the same year, he faced even more backlash when it was revealed that he sent inappropriate direct messages to BJ Park Minjung including comments such as "Your belly fat is so cute."

These back-to-back controversies ultimately led to his departure from CNBLUE. At the time, he released a statement saying, "I sincerely apologize to those who were hurt by my inappropriate words and actions, as well as those I disappointed. I feel ashamed and deeply sorry for letting down the fans who believed in me."

FNC Entertainment, his agency at the time, also apologized, stating, "We accept the public's criticism regarding his poor choices and values. He feels deep regret for his actions. As a public figure, he will be careful with all of his words and actions, and he will continue to reflect on his mistakes."

Former CNBLUE Member Lee Jonghyun Returns to Social Media After 8 Years