Comedian Park Soo-hong’s (54) wife, Kim Da-ye (31), is in the spotlight after a public incident involving a non-celebrity and an apology seen as sarcastic. On the 2nd, Kim Da-ye drew attention by posting about a photographer while updating on her daughter Jeon-bok’s (nickname) newborn photoshoot on her Instagram. She expressed concerns about the photographer handling her baby without being vaccinated for whooping cough, sharing, “Meeting different newborns every week makes it a concern only a mother would have,” and added, “Jeon-bok, let’s build immunity. Just stay healthy.”
However, controversy arose when she posted a photo showing the photographer’s back, stirring debates as to whether this incident could be considered a “public execution” on social media instead of addressing grievances on the spot. Many commented that while it’s natural for a mother to worry, the method she chose was inappropriate.
Despite the backlash, Kim Da-ye stated, “If expressing concerns seems problematic, I will take it down,” and warned against collective activity from certain community groups. She explained that she had assumed visitors to the maternity center would have had all necessary vaccinations, as it’s strict enough that even vaccinated family members aren’t allowed to visit. She learned midway through the shoot about potential risks and found it challenging to pause the session.
Furthermore, Kim admitted she might have been overly sensitive after reading reports of a whooping cough surge but clarified she had no intention of targeting anyone, as she didn’t name the studio. She apologized for escalating a personal matter publicly and promised to be more cautious.
However, her sarcastic apologies to netizens with comments like “‘Yeo-si’ ladies, please calm down” and “Sorry to my younger ones” drew further criticism for insensitivity, amplifying the disappointment towards her actions.