Monsta X's Wonho Quits Band Amid MeToo Scandal And Juvenile Detention Rumors
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Starship Entertainment confirms the vocalist departure as the singer-songwriter himself addresses the matter through a handwritten letter posted on the group's official online blog.

AceShowbiz - K-Pop star Wonho has quit Monsta X, with the band vowing to continue as a six-piece.

The singer-songwriter, real name Lee Ho-seok, left the act following allegations he made unsavoury comments about the #MeToo movement and rumours he spent time in juvenile detention.

Announcing the news on Thursday, October 31, the group's company Starship Entertainment took to Twitter to share a statement with fans, reading: "After a long discussion with Monsta X's member Wonho, we have agreed that it's best to part ways amicably at this point."

"We greatly respect Wonho's decision who wants to make sure the recent chain of events doesn't distract from all the exciting things that are happening for Monsta X now and what lies ahead in the future."

The company also said it would continue to "hold legal liability for malicious and distorted claims related to this matter".

Starship Entertainment's Statement

Starship announces Wonho's departure from Monsta X

Starship Entertainment's official announcement

Starship's announcement in Korean

Starship Entertainment's official announcement

Starship's announcement in English

Meanwhile, Wonho shared a picture of a handwritten letter to the group's official online blog on South Korean site Fancafe, writing: "I sincerely thank you for making precious memories for me."

"To the members who worked hard with me and stayed with me, I would like to tell them that I'm thankful and that I love them. (I would also like to show them) my apologetic heart."

He went on, according to the translation published on Billboard, to address the allegations against him, explaining: "There was a time when I was immature and have made big and small mistakes, but after becoming a trainee and making my debut, I stayed on track and worked hard to avoid being ashamed of myself."

Monsta X ex-member Wonho's handwritten letter

Wonho apologizes and thanks the fans for the support

The group signed with Epic Records in May. They released their new album "Follow: Find You" album on Monday.

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