Influencer Haejoo Apologizes for Liking Controversial Charlie Kirk Tribute Video

Popular influencer Haejoo has issued an apology and explanation regarding her 'like' on a tribute video for Charlie Kirk, a controversial American political commentator with far-right views.

In a lengthy statement posted on her personal social media, Haejoo admitted, "I didn't fully understand his political stance or the context of the situation when I 'liked' the video." She explained that her decision was based on "a few fragmented glimpses" of him, without a complete understanding of his past actions or statements.

Upon learning from her followers through comments about Kirk's controversial history, including his dismissive remarks about victims of gun violence, Haejoo expressed shock and stated that she had since retracted all her 'likes' on related posts. She acknowledged her lack of awareness and emphasized the importance of thorough research before taking any public action as an influencer, recognizing her own shortcomings.

She concluded by sincerely apologizing for her ignorance and the distress it may have caused, promising to be more informed in the future.

Haejoo is a prominent influencer with approximately 840,000 subscribers on her YouTube channel.

She actively engages with her audience through her personal YouTube and social media platforms, gaining significant attention.

This incident serves as a significant learning experience for her public persona and actions.