SHINee’s Key Caught in Unlicensed Medical Controversy
Hey guys! Some pretty serious news just broke, and it involves one of our faves, Key from SHINee. He’s found himself in a tough spot after admitting he received at-home medical treatments from a woman known as the ‘Injection Auntie’ (주사이모). This whole situation blew up because this woman is currently being investigated for practicing medicine without a license. It’s a huge deal here in Korea, and it’s connected to another scandal involving the famous comedian Park Na-rae.
What Exactly Happened?
According to Key’s agency, SM Entertainment, Key was introduced to the ‘Injection Auntie’ through a friend and first met her at a legitimate clinic in Gangnam. He believed she was a licensed doctor. The statement explains that Key continued to get treatments at her clinic, but on a few occasions when he was too busy to go in, she came to his house to administer them. The problem is, she’s not actually a licensed doctor, which makes receiving medical treatments from her at home illegal. The whole thing came to light after she posted pictures of Key’s dog and home on her social media, which made fans start asking questions.
Key’s Apology and Departure from Shows
Both Key and his agency have expressed deep regret over the situation. They stated that Key had no idea she wasn’t a real doctor and didn’t realize that at-home treatments could be problematic. In his own personal apology on Instagram, Key said he feels “so ashamed and sorry” to everyone who has supported him. Recognizing how serious this is, Key has decided to step down from all of his current activities and TV shows. This is a pretty big move, as he’s a beloved regular cast member on hit shows like tvN’s “Amazing Saturday” and MBC’s “I Live Alone.” He also stepped down from hosting the upcoming MBC Entertainment Awards.
What’s Next?
This is a developing story, and it’s a bit of a shock for a lot of fans. Key’s agency apologized for not being able to release a statement sooner, explaining they needed to coordinate with all the people involved in his recent US solo tour. For now, his scheduled appearances are canceled, and even his YouTube series “The Closet Detective: Reboot” has stopped production. It’s a sad situation, and we’re all hoping things get resolved soon. It just goes to show how careful you have to be, even when you think you’re dealing with professionals.
