Kim Soo Hyun's side held a press conference at Stanford Hotel in Sangam-dong, Seoul.
The participants included Kim Soo Hyun, management company Gold Medalist, law firm LKB & Partners (legal representative of Kim Soo Hyun) and media units.
After about 15 minutes of opening the press conference, Kim Soo Hyun appeared. The actor bowed his head and began his speech with an apology.
Talking about his relationship with Kim Sae Ron, Kim Soo Hyun admitted that he was a shy, impatient person because he wanted to protect what he had.
"Every time I was afraid of losing everything, of being hurt. I felt scared so I avoided and denied it, so I was always in a defensive state. That lasted for a while.
Every time my private life story with the deceased is exposed. I thought I would say it all tomorrow. But every time I hesitate. Because I was afraid that my choice would affect those around me, Kim Soo Hyun said in tears.
Kim Soo Hyun cried for 30 minutes at the press conference. He has repeatedly apologized to fans, colleagues, audiences, and the deceased. At the same time, the actor reviewed the evidence posted by the Garosero channel in the past and clarified some information.
The press conference ended after Kim Soo Hyun spoke, while reporters continuously raised further questions.
The event is strictly secured, attendees must register in advance and through the gate.
Nate reported that outside the event, fans sent a truck with a message of support for Kim Soo Hyun. The posters read Kim Soo Hyun has devoted his life to art and fans, We Cant Let Hate Win, We Always Choose to Support Kim Soo Hyun, Stop spreading false information. That is harmful to Kim Soo Hyun's mental health and career.
Previously, Kim Sae Ron's family held a press conference on March 27, maintaining the accusation that Kim Soo Hyun was dating minors, through evidence of his affectionate messages with Kim Sae Ron since 2016.
Kim Sae Ron's family asked Kim Soo Hyun to apologize for dating minors, as well as admit responsibility for the past 3 years of media manipulation, and the act of demanding 700 million won from Kim Sae Ron, which made her desperate.
