Comedian Lee Jin-ho Caught Driving Drunk Over 100km: “Deep Reflection” 😱

Incident Overview: Lee Jin-ho Creates Controversy Again

Comedian Lee Jin-ho has once again caused a stir in the entertainment industry with shocking news. Following illegal gambling allegations, he has now been caught driving over 100km under the influence at a level that leads to license revocation. What a twist of fate… or should I say, accident? 😨

Details of the Incident: Drunk Driving from Incheon to Yangpyeong Over 100km 💨

In the early hours of the 24th, Lee Jin-ho was caught driving drunk from Incheon to Yangpyeong after a report was made. His blood alcohol concentration was 0.11%, above the legal limit for a revoked license. The distance from Incheon to Yangpyeong exceeds 100km, making this a long-distance drunk marathon rather than driving. 🏃‍♂️🍺

According to South Korea’s Road Traffic Law, a blood alcohol level of over 0.08% results in license revocation, while 0.05% to 0.08% leads to license suspension. Therefore, Lee Jin-ho has crossed the line for revocation.

Agency Reaction: “In Deep Reflection” 🙇‍♂️

The agency SM C&C stated that Lee Jin-ho acknowledges his mistakes and is reflecting deeply. However, I feel that the term ‘reflection’ is being overused nowadays. Is he truly reflecting, or is this merely a standard official response? 🤔

I personally think that instead of writing an apology, it would be more effective for him to participate in a campaign warning against the dangers of drunk driving, while he still has a license, of course.

Lee Jin-ho’s Problematic Past: Gambling History 🎲

Lee Jin-ho confessed to illegal gambling charges last year and was referred to the prosecution. He is reported to have debt amounting to 2.3 billion won due to gambling. That’s an amount I can’t imagine earning in a lifetime. 😵

Now, with drunk driving on top of gambling, he might as well earn the title of ‘problematic celebrity.’ I’m just worried if he’ll even remain a ‘celebrity’ after all this.

Lee Jin-ho’s Entertainment Activities: Popular as ‘Woong’s Father’ 📺

Lee Jin-ho debuted as a comedian in SBS’s 7th batch recruitment in 2005 and gained immense popularity with his character ‘Woong’s Father.’ He also made a significant impact in tvN’s ‘Comedy Big League’ as a humorous actor.

However, this incident is likely to severely impact his entertainment career. Will viewers be able to accept him as a source of laughter again? Unfortunately, I feel the image of ‘the drunken uncle’ will now overshadow ‘Woong’s Father.’

Future Prospects: Will He Return to Showbiz? 🔮

The incident where Lee Jin-ho was caught for illegal gambling and drunk driving is expected to severely damage his entertainment activities. Both he and his agency have expressed their intention to comply with legal consequences, but regaining the public’s trust will not be easy.

Especially in these times, one mistake can quickly lead to ‘retirement from showbiz.’ If Lee Jin-ho shows genuine reflection and change, could he have a chance for redemption? What do you all think?

Source: Star News, My Daily, News1, Dong-A Ilbo, Newsis 2025.09.24