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Entertainment Industry Shaken: Stars Retire Amid Scandals

12/21/2025

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On December 6, 2025, actor Cho Jin-woong retired after old juvenile detention reports, triggering swift advertiser withdrawals and public apologies.
On December 7, 2025, comedian Park Na-rae suspended appearances amid allegations of staff mistreatment and unauthorized medical treatments, followed by advertiser withdrawals.
Also on December 7, 2025, comedian Cho Sae-ho withdrew from programs after claims of organized crime, which his agency denied, prompting advertiser withdrawals and apologies.

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On December 6, 2025, actor Cho Jin-woong retired after old juvenile detention reports, triggering swift advertiser withdrawals and public apologies.
On December 7, 2025, comedian Park Na-rae suspended appearances amid allegations of staff mistreatment and unauthorized medical treatments, followed by advertiser withdrawals.
Also on December 7, 2025, comedian Cho Sae-ho withdrew from programs after claims of organized crime, which his agency denied, prompting advertiser withdrawals and apologies.