Jung Woo-sung Addresses Fatherhood at Blue Dragon Film Awards Amid Mixed Reactions

Actor Jung Woo-sung made headlines at the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards on November 29, where he publicly acknowledged his son for the first time following recent controversies regarding his private life. His appearance sparked a range of reactions from fellow actors and the audience, with some cheering enthusiastically while others remained stoic.

Despite uncertainty about his attendance due to the ongoing scandal, Jung Woo-sung took the stage alongside fellow actor Hwang Jung-min to present the Audience Choice Award for their film, *Seoul's Spring*. While Hwang beamed with joy, Jung maintained a serious demeanor throughout the event.

After *Seoul's Spring* won the Audience Choice Award, Jung expressed his gratitude to the viewers and addressed the controversy surrounding his personal life. He stated, "I sincerely thank everyone who watched *Seoul's Spring*. I stand here hoping that my private matters do not tarnish the film. I also apologize to those who have shown me love and support for any disappointment I may have caused."

Jung's remarks included a significant acknowledgment of his son, born from his relationship with model Moon Ga-bi. He stated, "I will take all criticism and bear it. As a father, I will fulfill my responsibilities to my son until the end."

Although this was Jung's first public acknowledgment of his fatherly duties, he struggled to smile during the ceremony, even as *Seoul's Spring* celebrated multiple wins, including Best Actor and Best Film.

The reactions to Jung's appearance and apology have dominated discussions following the awards, overshadowing the achievements of the winners. Observers noted the contrasting responses from the audience, particularly between actors Lim Ji-yeon and Hye-ri, who reacted differently to Jung's speech. While Lim and fellow actor Park Joo-hyun cheered loudly, Hye-ri maintained a more reserved demeanor.

Jung's apology received mixed reactions, with some audience members applauding while others felt it was unwarranted. Some netizens expressed that while he showed courage in addressing his responsibilities as a father, the applause seemed excessive.

Earlier, on November 24, Moon Ga-bi confirmed that Jung is the father of her child, which garnered significant media attention. Jung's agency, Artist Company, confirmed the news and stated that they are discussing the best approach for co-parenting, emphasizing Jung's commitment to his child.