"I have reflected on my actions": Jo Se-ho departs from 'You Quiz' for YouTube, bows head amid 'organized crime ties' allegations [Comprehensive]

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Comedian Jo Se-ho announced a new beginning by launching a YouTube channel after overcoming the controversy surrounding allegations of involvement with organized crime.

On the 5th, Jo Se-ho launched the YouTube channel 'How Do I Get There Without Knowing?' and shared his recent status along with his thoughts on the allegations of close ties with organized crime that surfaced last year.

On this day, Jo Se-ho stated, "Recently, I greeted you all through 'Do-River,' but it has been a long time since I have personally addressed you in a video. I have opened a new channel."

He began by saying, "Before explaining the channel, 2026 is already racing toward its end. Have you all been doing well? You worked hard throughout 2026, and I hope that as we approach 2027, your lives will be filled only with exciting, happy, and enjoyable things."

He continued, "For me, 2026 was a meaningful year. It seems like I looked back on the time I have walked through more than ever before." He added, "It was a meaningful year in which I reflected and resolved myself for the future. Above all, I also spent a lot of time with my family."

Following allegations of involvement with organized crime and suspicions of receiving expensive gifts in December last year, Jo Se-ho voluntarily withdrew from tvN's 'You Quiz on the Block' and KBS 2TV's '1 Night 2 Days.' At the time, Jo Se-ho's side denied related suspicions, including the receipt of money or goods.

Jo Se-ho bowed his head, saying, "I would like to sincerely apologize once again through this opportunity to those who were disappointed and those who felt discomfort due to the incident that occurred last time."

He continued, "From now on, above all, I will become a Jo Se-ho who is more responsible regarding relationships, carefully observes his surroundings, and acts with even greater caution. Next year, I will already be 46 years old." He pledged, "I still feel that I have much to improve. Therefore, through this time, I will strive to be a Jo Se-ho who takes responsibility for the person I am and can make you smile and bring you joy."

He also introduced the channel. He stated, "As Jo Se-ho, the professional no-show, I wanted to greet you all with the word 'attendance' rather than 'absence.'" He added, "If you invite me, I will attend anywhere. I will visit various events, outings, and company dinners."

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