Jung Woo-sung makes official apology and pledges to takes full responsibility

[Anchor]

Actor Jung Woo-sung has made his first public appearance since the eruption of controversy in his personal life.

With a stern expression, he spoke about the ongoing controversy.

This is Lee Chung-heon reporting.

[Report]

Actor Jung Woo-sung, who has been at the center of controversy due to the acknowledgment of his extramarital child, stood on the stage of the Blue Dragon Film Awards.

Jung Woo-sung thanked the audience for the film "12.12: The DAY" and expressed his feelings about being on stage.

[Jung Woo-sung/Actor: "I stand here hoping that my private matters do not leave a blemish on the film."]

Jung Woo-sung didn't appear on the red carpet and quietly conveyed his apologies on stage.

[Jung Woo-sung/Actor: "I sincerely apologize for causing concern and disappointment to everyone who has sent me love and support. I will take all the criticism and carry it with me."]

He also expressed his determination to fulfill his responsibilities as a father.

[Jung Woo-sung/Actor: "As a father, I will fulfill my responsibilities to my son until the end."]

On November 24th, Jung Woo-sung acknowledged that the son of model Moon Ga-bi is his biological child.

Since then, information and photos related to his private life have been leaked, escalating the controversy, and there was much interest in whether Jung Woo-sung would attend the Blue Dragon Film Awards.

Meanwhile, the film "12.12: The DAY" won four awards at this year's Blue Dragon Film Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor.

Jung Woo-sung was nominated for Best Actor but did not win.

This is KBS News Lee Chung-heon.