[Comprehensive] Kicked himself out of five variety shows… Drunk driving actor Ko Gyeong-pyo hit by a sudden, swift blow

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Actor Ko Gyeong-pyo effectively kicked himself off five variety programs overnight after being caught for drunk driving.

Ko was involved in an accident around 3:30 a.m. on the 14th while driving his personal car in Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, when he collided with a street sweeper truck.

Immediately afterward, his agency, CLE Company, issued an official apology statement that day, saying, "We sincerely apologize to those who were harmed by Ko Gyeong-pyo's drunk driving accident." The company added, "Ko was driving under the influence of alcohol in the early hours of that morning when he collided with a street sweeper truck. A breathalyzer test confirmed his blood alcohol concentration exceeded the level required for license revocation."

The agency further stated, "Ko has completed his police investigation and returned home. He acknowledges his mistake and is deeply reflecting on it." The company bowed its head, adding, "We are taking the seriousness of the offense of drunk driving very seriously, will humbly accept any subsequent disciplinary action, and will fulfill our responsibilities, including making amends for the damages caused."

In addition, released CCTV footage showed Ko Gyeong-pyo himself parking his car by the roadside and undergoing a breathalyzer test.

Particularly shocking was the scene captured immediately after the accident, in which a sanitation worker hurriedly followed behind Ko's vehicle. Footage also showed Ko walking around his own car once after causing the accident. The media reported, "It is understood that there were no passengers in the vehicle at the time of the accident."

In effect, a red light has been turned on for Ko Gyeong-pyo's activities in the entertainment industry. The trouble immediately spilled over to MBC's "What Are You Doing?", where he was scheduled to appear on the day of the accident.

Ko had been preparing to appear on the "95 Seoul Music Festival" special episode of MBC's "What Are You Doing?" (hereinafter "Nolmwo"). Ultimately, the production team of "Nolmwo" announced ahead of the broadcast, "Ko Gyeong-pyo's segments will be edited as much as possible to ensure viewer comfort before airing."

Additionally, tvN's "Sixth Sense: B-Side" (hereinafter "Sixth Sense") also took a direct hit and announced, "In the episode airing on the 15th and next week's final episode, his segments will be edited as much as possible to ensure viewer comfort," foreshadowing the complete removal of Ko Gyeong-pyo from the show.

Furthermore, tvN's "Amazing Saturday," for which he had completed recording as a guest, was also scheduled to air soon. Delays are inevitable for tvN's "Bo Geum Magical 2," set to premiere on the 29th, and the TVING original "Great Escape: Urban Legends," scheduled for release on December 2. Even his solo fan meeting, which was planned to be held at Seoul Seongam Art Hall on the 21st, was looming.

Ko Gyeong-pyo had previously been appointed as an ambassador for traffic accident prevention in 2023. Ko, who has gained popularity among the public with his uniquely cheerful image, has suffered a devastating blow from this incident.

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