Influencer Hong Young-ki Stuns on 'Celebrity', Addresses Past Controversies

Hong Young-ki, a prominent influencer who first gained fame on 'Ulzzang Generation', recently shared her current whereabouts by posting photos from her appearance on Jeon Hyun-moo's YouTube channel, 'Celebrity'.

On the 22nd, Hong posted pictures on her social media, writing, "It was such an enjoyable time having an interview after so long. I received so many compliments on how good my skin was throughout the shoot." The photos showed her looking youthful and vibrant.

In the pictures, Hong sported a glossy black one-shoulder sleeveless dress, accentuating her youthful beauty with a hairstyle that featured bangs. Adorable touches like red blush and small flower-shaped earrings added to her charm, making her look both cute and stylish.

During her appearance on 'Celebrity', Hong directly addressed and clarified past controversies surrounding her. Regarding the Y-zone product controversy, she explained, "I used the exact wording proposed by the representative, but some comments raised issues, leading to 3,000 replies." She added, "I ended up getting the title 'Queen of the Night' and decided not to proceed further with that company."

Concerning the soy sauce marinated crab delivery issue, she stated, "There was an incident during the delivery process, but we took action for the affected customers. However, some who dislike me overreacted, causing the controversy to escalate."

Netizens reacted positively to her explanations, commenting, "After hearing Hong Young-ki's side, I understand," "Her honest clarification actually builds trust," and "She's not just pretty but also speaks honestly."