[Gyeongin Ilbo] Tae Jin-ah: "Sisa Journal USA President Consistently Lies" [Recording Released]

On the 24th, a press conference was held at the Mir Grand Theater in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, to uncover the truth behind Tae Jin-ah's alleged overseas gambling. Tae Jin-ah once again strongly denied the allegations and released a recording containing the voice of the representative of Sisa Journal USA, the American news outlet that first reported the allegations. At the press conference, Tae Jin-ah stated, "As the president of the Korea Singers Association and a veteran in the music industry with a long history, I will explain everything in detail at this press conference to prevent malicious acts exploiting celebrities." Tae Jin-ah explained, "Over the past few days, I've given interviews to several media outlets and even appeared on a broadcast. I've tried to tell the truth." He continued, "When the reports first surfaced about my alleged gambling, I gave an interview saying I visited the US with my family for fun. I also personally appeared on TV to reveal the number and location of my casino visits, which were not reported." He continued, "I want to make it clear once again that I did not gamble hundreds of millions of won. I also clearly stated this on air to the president of Sisa Journal USA. I told him through that broadcast that this is not true, and that if he quickly issues a correction and admits his mistake, I will let it all go." He explained the reason for releasing the recording, saying, "Anyone can make mistakes in life. And we can forgive those who make mistakes. However, the president of Sisa Journal USA has not shown even the slightest remorse and has consistently lied. I couldn't stand it anymore, so I received the recording last weekend and am sharing it with you today." Finally, he denied the allegations, saying, "This week-long trip to the US was a dreamlike trip for six people: my wife, my eldest son, my youngest son, and my daughter-in-law. I went to the casino for fun. I want to reiterate that I did not gamble hundreds of millions of won. Neither did my son, Iru. Please report only the truth from now on."