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Ex-NCT Star Apologizes for Confederate Flag Shirt
22 Aug
Summary
- Lee apologized for a vintage T-shirt with a Confederate flag.
- His label issued a statement clarifying his intent.
- He also refuted claims of being part of a religious cult.
Lee, a 26-year-old former NCT member, has expressed deep regret over a Confederate flag T-shirt incident that caused backlash. He acknowledged the potential damage to his relationship with fans, stating, "It really breaks my heart to think that maybe the trust has been broken." He promised to regain their trust through his actions and music.
The controversy began on June 23 when photos surfaced of Lee wearing the shirt, which has strong ties to racism in the U.S. His label, Upper Room, quickly issued an apology, calling the garment a "vintage wardrobe item" and vowing to strengthen internal review processes.
During a recent livestream, Lee stated his team acted swiftly to remove the images from official content once the issue arose. An Instagram post later clarified that he was unaware of the flag's historical meaning when he wore it.
Furthermore, Lee vehemently denied allegations of joining a cult, affirming his Christian faith. He is presently living in New York with a friend and music collaborator, Stephen, with whom he is actively engaged in songwriting.
