Heo Yi-jae reveals she retired because married actor A slapped her after she refused his proposition

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Actress Heo Yi-jae reveals she retired because married actor A "slapped" and "insulted" her when she refused sex
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— Daily Naver (@dailynaver) September 11, 2021

TRIGGER WARNING: SEXUAL HARRASSMENT

Actress Heo Yi-jae has revealed testimony why she retired from entertainment industry.

On the 10th, former Crayon Pop member Way uploaded a video on her YouTube channel 'WayLand' titled, "The reality of an actress that was slapped, dragged, and insulted by a shameless actor..."

In the video, Heo Yi-jae recalled the time she was active as an actress and stated, "A certain married actor was reason why I decided to suddenly retire. He and I were co-stars on a drama and got along well at first but one day he said, "Why don't you contact your oppa on your day's off?" I innocently replied, "we're meeting over 20 hours everyday to work on the drama so there's no time to contact each other." He didn't say anything but his expression changed and he replied, "Is she really pretending not to know or does she really not know?"

"After that, things changed. He'd swear and curse me on set daily and say, "Hey! You f***** b****."

Way was in shock and asked, "Is he still active?" and Yi-jae replied, "Yes. He's doing very well."

Yi-jae continued, "One day, while filming on set, it was a scene that didn't include me. He was annoyed because he couldn't get into character and express his emotions properly . He yelled "f***, I can't do this!!," and got up and left. The director couldn't say anything because this was his debut production so the staff weren't able to do anything."

"Later, he called up the CP (Chief Producer) and said he was stressed because of me. The director called me separately (in another room) and asked me, "why do you think he's swearing at you and bothering you whenever there's an emotional scene?" I told him "I don't know" and he said, "He's looking at you sexually but you're not responding so he tried knocking you down by force by terrorizing you." I said, "that can't be true. I don't believe it."

"I went and knocked at the male actor's waiting room and as soon as I went in, his voice was soft and calm. He said to me, "Yi Jae-ah, do you know what people say when watching our drama? They say you and I don't seem to be in a relationship." And I said, "really? I'm sorry, I'll try harder." Then suddenly he said, "Do you know what we need to do to become a real couple?" I replied, "I don't know." He said, "We need to sleep together." I was in shock and couldn't say anything. So he asked, "You don't want to do that?" I replied, "no."

"After that, he got even more angry and started yelling and throwing things and said, "Then do well, you b****. I can't focus on acting because of you, you f***ing b****" and kept cursing me. Because of that, I went into mental break down and no one came to my aid. After that I decided to retire."

Meanwhile, Heo Yi-jae became popular by appearing on movie 'Sunflower.' She has since appeared on a number of films and dramas including 'You Are a Gift', 'Single Dad in Love' and 'Goong S.'

Alleged married actor A that sexually abused Heo Yi-jae denies all claims

Netizens are urging actress Heo Yi-jae to reveal the identity of married actor A that sexually abused.

On the 10th, Heo Yi-jae appeared on Crayon Pop Way's YouTube and revealed that she was sexually abused by a married actor A who demanded sex. When she refused, the actor's attitude towards her changed and he insulted her on set every day and called her names. Afterwards, Heo Yi-jae decided to retire from the entertainment industry after last episode of SBS drama 'You're a Gift' aired in 2016.

After her revelations, netizens began hunting for "married male actor" that appeared on drama with Heo Yi-jae and eventually narrowed it down to actor A. However, according to Chosun Ilbo coverage, A vehemently denied Heo Yi-jae's claims.

As the criticism of A continued, Heo Yi-jae posted a statement through Way's channel and stated, "I didn't intend for anyone to get hate and malicious comments. Please refrain from witch hunt."

However, netizens including former entertainment reporter and YouTuber Lee Jin-ho are asking Heo Yi-jae to take responsibility and reveal actor A's real name. Lee Jin-ho stated, "I'm not saying I don't believe her claims but she needs to take responsibility for her words. She knew her testimony gave clear hints and numerous clues on who the actor would be. In this situation, there's absolutely no reason not to disclose who the abuser is."

"It's irresponsible for her to reveal everything on her own like this and then ask netizens not to witch-hunt. She needs to reveal his name so that the right perpetrator is held accountable."

Source: @dailynaver, Naver (1, 2) via Daily Naver (1, 2)

Comments

[nudrive.livejournal.com]

What the actual fuck, I hope he gets exposed.

But with SK's track history of actually punishing sexual abusers etc. I expect nothing to come from this so I really hope she doesn't get hounded by people now :(

[radowan.livejournal.com]

I believe her and I hope he gets exposed.

HOWEVER I feel hella uncomfortable with ppl like that reporter or netizens saying things like "she needs to take responsibility". Opening up with a few lines about this is so different from committing to the uphill that's ahead if she does name him. Especially if he's popular, she'll be attacked for sure. I get why they'd want her to do it, but I understand her reluctance to do so.

[gathyou.livejournal.com]

Ffs she was sexually harrassed by a known actor who still has a good career (and likely a ton of good connections + popularity in a male-dominated industry so -> big power inbalance) to the point where she retired early/got into a very long hiatus as no one was helping there (what was her company doing???), and people are pissed that she's not saying his name??? GET A GRIP
I 100% understand that she doesn't want to say it. Talking about it must have already been difficult enough. I hope it was healing for her to do so, what a burden to carry by herself for years :(

[pseudo-shigure.livejournal.com]

that reporter is trash for demanding her to name names. however i do hope it's get revealed.

[goshipgurl.livejournal.com]

Reveal his name. We need to know so we can cancel his ass

[broadcities.livejournal.com]

first of all, he is a disgusting, egocentric, power hungry asshole.

secondly, demanding a victim of harassment and sexual assault to disclose the name of someone who is apparently powerful in the industry is putting even more responsibility and blame on her. journalist, do your job and find out who he is — from the story, it seems like more people were involved to support his power tripping ways and there are probably more victims too.

[theweebdream.livejournal.com]

Fuck this actor. I really hope he gets punished and loses his career but this is Korea so that’s just wishful thinking. Ugh, im so pissed now.

[modestgoddess79.livejournal.com]

He’s probably done this before. If she names him she will be sued. She isn’t responsible for fixing the problem, only for keeping herself safe.

[happypurinsu.livejournal.com]

The actor is Oh Ji Ho, if you're wondering. Easy to find out.

They were on set together for the 2008 drama, Single Dad In Love.

Oh Ji Ho married Eun Bo Ah in 2014, with whom he has 2 children.
He has also featured on Superman Returns with his daughter since 2016.

[sinnamon roll (from livejournal.com)]

Yeah I thought it was common knowledge she was talking about him. His fans have even threatened her with a lawsuit if she doesn't stop talking about it.

[sunsetburgundy.livejournal.com]

I remember hearing something about him years ago that caused me to dislike him. Seeing him always gives me the creeps.

[sinnamon roll (from livejournal.com)]

Fuck Oh Ji Ho and fuck that journalist for asking her to name him. Like they don't know how much more difficult life will be for her if she accuses him directly

[memei5.livejournal.com]

I do not like the way that journalist phrased that she needs to take responsibility — she's a victim of that actor but also clearly did not receive any support from anyone else on the production. There may be an issue with bringing it up in the case that innocent actors will be targeted, but I don't see why she needs to put her career on the line to out an abuser that's clearly still doing well within the industry

I hope that any other actresses or actors that may have been victims of his, or witnessed his abuse, who are able to come out without jeopardising their own career do, and corroborate her. But fuck the journalist saying she needs to take responsibility — why don't they use their own connectikns to verify, if they care that much.