"Am I a piece of trash?"…Eli's explanation on child support draws quiet support from U-KISS bandmate [Star Issue]

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Eli, a former member of the group U-KISS, has addressed the controversy over child support that arose following his divorce from his ex-wife Ji Eun-soo. In response, his bandmate Alexander quietly offered his support.

On the 5th, Eli posted a lengthy message in English on his social media. The post included a rebuttal to claims that he had sent only 850,000 won as child support.

He began by saying, "I have seen many comments calling me a piece of trash or stingy with child support. I did not want to bring this issue into the public eye, but I would like to explain how the figure of 850,000 won for child support was determined."

He continued, "Personally, I did not want to attach a price tag to my son's welfare and happiness. At the time, my position was that rather than setting a fixed amount to be paid regularly, I would send money whenever my son needed something. Every time I heard that he needed supplies for school, or that we were eating out, or that there were other expenses related to him, I sent money. During that period, I sent approximately $6,000 to $8,000 (Hanwha approx. 8 million to 10 million won) per month over a span of about three to four months."

He added, "Even now, I continue to give him pocket money whenever I can see Min-su and during holiday seasons. I never wanted to be in a situation where I had to make my position public, and I hope this will not happen again. My son is far more important than winning an argument on the internet. I simply ask that you remember that every story has two sides."

Alexander, who also performed with U-KISS, saw the post as well. In response, Alexander left a heart emoji wrapped in bandages in the comment section, quietly supporting Eli and drawing attention.

Previously, Ji Eun-soo mentioned the child support she receives from her ex-husband Eli through broadcasts and her YouTube channel, stating, "I receive 850,000 won," and revealed that she was working part-time at a beef soup restaurant, evoking sympathy. As criticism toward Eli intensified, he ultimately decided to explain the situation himself.

Meanwhile, Eli and Ji Eun-soo married in 2014 and have one son, but divorced in 2020. The son is currently being raised solely by Ji Eun-soo, while Eli remarried last June.

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