Former After School Member Lizzy Expresses Deep Distress During Instagram Live, Fans Concerned

Former After School member and broadcaster Lizzy has sparked concern among fans after expressing severe depression and an unstable mental state during a recent Instagram Live session.

On the 28th, Lizzy candidly shared her thoughts on her career and personal feelings during the live broadcast. She described being a celebrity as a "profession where everything is exposed" and mentioned, "If someone wants to pursue a public career, I would advise against it, especially for female idols, as it seems particularly challenging."

Lizzy further revealed, "I don't regret choosing this career, but I do blame myself for many of my actions." She added, "My depression is so severe that my account was suspended for discussing it, so I had to switch to another platform for the broadcast." She tearfully expressed, "People say why struggle in such a good world, but it's too hard for me to live. What good is a great world if I'm struggling?"

During the broadcast, Lizzy made comments hinting at negative choices, alarming viewers and prompting a flood of concerned and dissuasive messages in the comments. She appeared visibly shaken by questions about her appearance and plastic surgery, and she drew a line when discussing past medical complications that necessitated additional surgery. The live session ended abruptly after a person, presumed to be an acquaintance, joined the conversation.

Lizzy debuted with After School in 2010 and gained popularity with the sub-unit Orange Caramel. After receiving a fine for a DUI incident in 2021, she took time off for reflection. Recently, she has been attempting to resume her career, including hosting a solo fan meeting in Japan. However, her recent broadcast has left fans worried about her precarious mental state.

Previously, actor Ahn Jae-wook faced controversy after being caught for DUI twice, in 2003 and 2019, following his '2025 KBS Drama Awards' win.

Reporter: Kim Se-ah, TenAsia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr