Actor Lee Yi‑kyung’s recent personal‑life scandal came to a rapid close, leaving his broadcast and variety commitments intact. His agency, Sangyoung ENT, issued a statement on October 20, 2025 saying they were preparing legal action against the spread of “false facts and malicious rumours” circulating on online forums and social media.

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The controversy began when a blogger (identified as “A”) posted allegations that Lee Yi‑kyung had sent explicit messages, accompanied by screenshots. The posts quickly went viral, prompting concern about career damage.

However, by October 22 the accuser admitted the whole narrative was fabricated—created “as a joke” using AI‑generated images—and issued a public apology saying: “I’m truly sorry for spreading malicious rumours. It started with admiration but became too real.”

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Given the swift turnaround, Lee Yi‑kyung did not suffer any noticeable career setback: he appears as usual on the entertainment program I Am Solo, with no edits or removals announced, and his recent casting in The Return of Superman remains unchanged.

The incident underscores the rising threat of AI‑driven false allegations in the entertainment industry and the speed at which such matters can be resolved when agencies act decisively and facts surface clearly.

Sources: Daum