Ansel Elgort, also the father of a Japanese child..We know he likes Japan, but [Star Issue]

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Criticism continues over Hollywood actor Ansel Elgort's rude behavior after he gained recognition in Korea for starring in Steven Spielberg's film "West Side Story."

Elgort attended the "CJ Night in Celebration of Frieze Seoul" event held on the 2nd at the Leeum Museum of Art in Yongsan-gu, Seoul. The event was organized to introduce Korean culture and lifestyle. Elgort, who attended the K-pop cultural event as a Hollywood Bae U-reul (CEO), sparked controversy by appearing in a yukata, a traditional Japanese garment.

Previously, organizers had instructed attendees to follow a "Cocktail Attire" dress code, meaning semi-formal wear. However, Elgort ignored this and appeared in traditional Japanese clothing. Reactions have followed, calling it rude for someone from a country that once colonized another nation to wear its traditional attire at a cultural event of that other nation.

Elgort is well known for his love of Japan. He stayed in Japan for an extended period while filming the HBO drama "Tokyo Vice," during which he was exposed to the Japanese language and culture. It is also believed that he met his Japanese female partner, Mio, in Japan.

Elgort welcomed a son from a Japanese woman last February. On Mother's Day in May, he posted photos of Mio during her pregnancy and with their child on his personal account, making the first official announcement of them as lovers and parents. The two have not registered their marriage or held a wedding ceremony but are together as the child's parents and partners.

In addition, Elgort has frequently posted photos related to Japanese culture on his personal account and even written posts in Japanese, showcasing his special affection for Japan.

Seo Kyung-deok, Seong Sin-yeo-dae (Prof.), raised his voice of criticism on the 4th via his personal account: "Even though the event organizers provided a dress code, Elgort insisted on wearing a 'yukata,' which is extremely rude." He added, "No matter how much Elgort may have married a Japanese woman, it is basic etiquette to choose appropriate attire based on the occasion and venue. His qualifications as a global star are now in doubt."

We understand that he likes Japan, Japanese women, and Japanese culture. However, was there really any reason for him to appear at another country's celebration dressed in traditional Japanese clothing? If he had shown even the slightest interest in Korea or paid the least attention to the history of Japan's invasion of Korea, such behavior would not have occurred. Posting it on social media as a boast is even more unacceptable. We hope never again to see a Hollywood actor attending Korean cultural events wearing a Japanese yukata or kimono.

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