TWICE Chaeyoung Issues Apology for Wearing Controversial T-Shirt
TWICE Chaeyoung posted an apology letter for wearing a T-shirt with a controversial design.
Here's her full statement.
TWICE Chaeyoung Apologizes for Wearing T-Shirt With Controversial Imagery
On March 21, TWICE Chaeyoung uploaded an apology on her Instagram account, where she addressed the T-shirt she wore with a swastika design.
In the now-deleted photo, the shirt contained a picture of Sid Vicious from Sex Pistols, who wore a T-shirt embedded with a swastika. This imagery is highly controversial due to it being the representative symbol for the German Nazi party, and the focal point of the Nazi flag.
Regarding her apology, Chaeyoung spoke about the issue at hand. The "Fancy" songstress elaborated she didn't properly recognize the swastika layout, as well as its meaning.
Furthermore, Chaeyoung assured that she will do her best to be more aware of these matters and not repeat the same mistake again in the future.
Read her full apology below:
"Hello. This is Chaeyoung from TWICE.
I sincerely apologize regarding the Instagram post. I didn't correctly recognize the meaning of the tilted swastika in the T-shirt I wore.
I deeply apologize for not thoroughly reviewing it, which led to causing concerns. I will pay absolute attention in the future to prevent any situation similar from happening again.
Once again, I sincerely apologize."
TWICE Chaeyoung Shares Thoughts on Dating Life In 'My Alcohol Diary'
In other news, TWICE Chaeyoung and Nayeon appeared in Lee Youngji's web entertainment show "My Alcohol Diary."
During the episode, the trio was shown enjoying their drinks while chatting all the way. However, when the three got comfortable, Lee Youngji asked the two idols if they're dating anyone.
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This question shocked Chaeyoung, leading her to explain that she had never been asked out by anyone, even prior to becoming an idol.
"Dating? It is surprising that no one has ever asked me out on a date," Chaeyoung stated.
Following her response, Nayeon backed Chaeyoung's thoughts. The "POP!" singer elaborated on how much people are pressured hearing TWICE's group name, leading them to stray away from getting to know them on a personal level.
"People often feel pressured after hearing the name of our group. So, they do not even try to get to know us."
TWICE Announces Details for 5th World Tour 'READY TO BE'
For their activities this 2023, TWICE has released the official world tour schedule for "READY TO BE." On its first batch of stops, TWICE will kickstart the tour on Seoul at the KSPO Dome on April 15 and 16.
In the month of May, the group will stop on Sydney, Melbourne, Osaka, and Tokyo. For June and July, TWICE will engage their North American leg, comprised of Los Angeles, Oakland, Seattle, Dallas, Houston, and Chicago.
For July, they will head to Toronto, New York, and Atlanta.
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