SHINee’s Key, Taemin, along with the content production team at PRISM Production Center, have released apologies in response to the controversy surrounding their alleged insensitive remarks about Minho’s skin tone. The incident occurred in a video that was subsequently removed from SHINee’s YouTube channel.
Key and Taemin Issue Apology For Comments on Fellow SHINee Member Minho’s Skin Tone
During the deleted clip, Key, Taemin, and Minho engaged in a conversation about Minho’s skin tone, which has since been criticized as problematic by many viewers. Recognizing the hurt and offense caused by their comments, Key, Taemin, and the PRISM Production Center also deeply regret their insensitivity. They understand the importance of promoting inclusivity and respect for all skin tones and backgrounds. The group and production team have pledged to learn from this incident and take steps to educate themselves on these issues.
SHINee’s Key, Taemin, and the PRISM Production Center are committed to fostering a more inclusive and understanding community, and they also sincerely apologize to those who were affected by their remarks.
“I deeply apologize for my insensitive remarks in the recent content, and I have spent a lot of time reflecting on feedback from the fans who were disappointed by my comment,” Key wrote. “I will be more careful to make sure that my words and actions are more considerate moving forward.”
“My sincerest apologies for any discomfort and hurt caused by my inappropriate remarks in the recent content,” Taemin wrote. “Thanks to our fans, I fully understand why the comments I made were disrespectul, and I will make a more diligent effort to be careful with my behavior and words in the future.”
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PRISM Production Center also assured that the clip has been removed and that Key and Taemin regret their comments. “Moving forward, we will be more cautious and attentive to prevent recurrence,” they wrote in their statement.
In related news, Minho recently went viral for his mesmerizing lip-sync performance to DynamicDuo and DJ Premier’s “AEAO.”