'Inter-floor Noise Controversy': Lee Dong-gook's Family Leaves Korea, "Putting Everything Aside for a While"

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Former soccer player Lee Dong-gook and his family have departed for overseas.

On the 17th, Lee Dong-gook's wife, Lee Soo-jin, posted a photo on her SNS with the message: "On days when the world feels overwhelming, having someone pour you a glass of wine without saying a word and staying by your side is enough."

The released photo showed Lee Soo-jin enjoying red wine with friends.

Six hours later, Lee Soo-jin posted another photo. The image drew attention as it captured Lee Dong-gook and his daughter and sons attempting to depart for overseas through Incheon International Airport.

Notably, each of them was seen pulling luggage or a suitcase toward the interior of the airport, suggesting an overseas trip.

Regarding these photos, Lee Soo-jin added the explanation: "Let's leave for a while and put everything aside."

Recently, Lee Dong-gook's family was engulfed in controversy over early-morning shouting and inter-floor noise, prompting an apology. On the 8th, Lee Soo-jin had shared images on her SNS of the family watching the Argentina vs. Egypt match in the 2026 FIFA North America World Cup Round of 16.

In the released video at that time, when Lionel Messi scored, the couple's daughter shouted loudly, "He's crazy!" Son Cian also became highly excited, shouting and running around the house. He even fired a sound-making toy gun toward the ceiling. Another video captured the family cheering with loud voices after Argentina scored an additional goal.

Furthermore, the daughter could not hide her excitement while covered in a blanket, and Cian jumped off the sofa or rolled on the floor. Seeing the children's behavior, Lee Soo-jin merely smiled and said, "Don't make so much noise," without strongly intervening.

Once it was revealed that the video was filmed at 3 a.m., many netizens pointed out that the early-morning shouting and jumping could be a nuisance to neighboring residents.

Subsequently, Lee Soo-jin focused on promoting her group-buying event without offering any apology, drawing even fiercer criticism. As the controversy spread, Lee Soo-jin eventually bowed her head and stated, "I sincerely apologize for not showing sufficient consideration for those around me at such a late hour. From now on, I will be more attentive and ensure that such incidents do not recur."

Meanwhile, Lee Dong-gook married Miss Korea Lee Soo-jin in 2005 and has four daughters and one son. The family previously appeared on the KBS 2TV parenting variety program "The Return of Superman."

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