'Self-reflection on drunk driving' achieved "If I had fallen, they said I should rest and leave" — a meaningful message [Star Issue]

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Singer and actor Lee Ru, who was caught for drunk driving and spent time in self-reflection, posted a meaningful message after returning to broadcasts and stages for the first time in about four years.

On the 22nd, Lee Ru publicly shared the phrase: "If I had fallen, they said I should rest and leave."

Earlier, on the 8th, Lee Ru posted several videos of his stage performances, stating, "Since it was my first time on stage in a long while, I was cautious and very nervous. It was meaningful and grateful to be able to show myself to my mother again through the screen. I felt joyful and happy amidst the support and encouragement from many people. Thank you once again."

In September 2022, Lee Ru was caught for drunk driving at Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, and later charged with swapping drivers after the incident. Additionally, in December 2022, he was indicted for aiding drunk driving by allowing a drunk Mr. A to move his car into parking, and for causing an accident on Gwangbyeonbuk-ro by driving at 184.5 km/h while intoxicated, crashing into a guardrail. He was ultimately sentenced to six months in prison, suspended for one year.

Subsequently, on the 6th, Lee Ru appeared on TV CHOSUN's "Joseon's Lover," performing at the 5th-anniversary special singing contest. He sang his mother's favorite song, "Black Glasses," and also performed "Ok-gyeong-i" alongside his father, Ta Jin-a.

Regarding his mother currently suffering from dementia, Lee Ru sent her a video letter, shedding tears as he said, "If my mother happens to see this broadcast, I want to tell her I'm sorry and that I love her. I feel truly sorry for being born as her son. My heart was so broken. If there is another life, I hope to be reborn as her son again. Let's meet again, Mom. I love you."

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