YouTuber Illzuata, also known as comedian Kim Joo Yeon, has issued a public apology following the backlash she faced for defending MBC weathercaster Kim Ga Young in light of workplace bullying allegations related to the late Oh Yoanna.

In a statement posted on her YouTube channel on February 3, Illzuata expressed remorse for her previous comments, acknowledging that she had spoken without a full understanding of the situation. She expressed regret for any harm caused by her words and actions, particularly towards the deceased and their family.

Addressing the potential pain her post may have inflicted on Oh Yoanna's family, Illzuata offered a heartfelt apology, emphasizing her sincere intentions. She also extended apologies to all those who were affected by her behavior and pledged to approach similar situations more carefully in the future.

Previously, Illzuata had come to Kim Ga Young's defense amid allegations of workplace harassment against Oh Yoanna. Despite her initial stance, criticism from netizens prompted her to reconsider her position and issue a formal apology, reflecting on the impact of her words and actions.

Meanwhile, Kim Ga Young, one of the individuals accused of workplace harassment against Oh Yoanna, remains under scrutiny as MBC conducts an internal investigation. Various programs featuring Kim Ga Young, including MBC TV's 'News Desk,' the radio show 'Good Morning FM Tei,' and SBS TV's 'Kick A Goal,' have stated that they are awaiting the results of the investigation.

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