Amidst heightened scrutiny and public outcry over remarks deemed offensive to the black community, members of the renowned K-pop group SHINee, specifically Key and Taemin, have undertaken measures to address the escalating issue by publicly issuing apologies.
Key's Proactive Stance: A Deep Dive into His Apology Amidst Racial Sensitivity Controversy
On the 29th, Key took a proactive stance in expressing remorse, acknowledging, "I feel sorry for the people who felt uncomfortable and hurt due to my inappropriate words and actions."
When the video was uploaded, international shawols (fandom) were quick to call out the two idols for their remark to Minho, and tried to educate and inform them through SNS and Bubble that they were being colorist.
As a result, the staff edited the controversial part, which enraged fans even more for not letting Key and Taemin be held accountable for what they said and learn from their mistakes.
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Written by Madison Cullen.
