Song Ji-hyo Addresses Criticism Over “Insincere” Acceptance Speech at 2024 SBS Entertainment Awards
On January 30, Song Ji-hyo posted a message on Instagram, addressing he criticism from some netizens regarding her acceptance speech at the 2024 SBS Entertainment Awards held on the previous day.
Song Ji-hyo received the Scene Stealer Award at the 2024 SBS Entertainment Awards. At the time, she appeared caught off guard by her win. When her name was called, she seemed bewildered as she walked up to the stage. Even after receiving the trophy, she admitted, “I was so out of it that I ended up winning an award,” visibly flustered.
Some netizens criticized her reaction, saying her speech was unstructured and lacked sincerity. Discussions about Song Ji-hyo’s acceptance speech controversy started circulating on social media and online communities.
Seemingly aware of the controversy, Song Ji-hyo took to Instagram to share her thoughts.
She explained, “I was in such a rush to attend the ceremony due to my filming schedule that I barely had time for fittings, hair, or makeup. Since the award was completely unexpected, I wasn’t able to articulate my thoughts properly. I’ve always been a bit blunt when I speak, and in my flustered state, I probably came across as insincere.”
Song Ji-hyo then shared a more composed acceptance speech, expressing gratitude to Yoo Jae-suk, Ji Seok-jin, Haha, Kim Jong-kook, Yang Se-chan, and the staff of Running Man.
She said, “I sincerely thank the viewers and Running Man fans for selecting me for this meaningful and precious award. I will cherish it dearly. Receiving such a significant award motivates me to work even harder to bring more fun and laughter as a Running Man member. I’ll do my best to be an even better scene-stealer this year.”
Below is full Instagram post from Song Ji-hyo:
I was in such a rush to attend the ceremony due to my filming schedule that I barely had time for fittings, hair, or makeup.
Since the award was completely unexpected, I wasn’t able to articulate my thoughts properly. I’ve always been a bit blunt when I speak, and in my flustered state, I probably came across as insincere. So, I wanted to take this opportunity to write out my feelings again.
I sincerely thank the viewers and “Running Man” fans for selecting me for this meaningful and precious award. I will cherish it dearly.
Receiving such a significant award motivates me to work even harder to bring more fun and laughter as a “Running Man” member. I’ll do my best to be an even better scene-stealer this year.
Also, I want to express my gratitude to Jae-seok oppa, Seok-jin oppa, Jong-kook oppa, Haha oppa, Se-chan, Ye-eun, and Kang-hoon, who always create fun moments and guide me! And to our production crew—Hyung-in, Hyo-im, our PDs, writers, and our dedicated filming team—thank you so much. I truly believe this award is thanks to all of you.
A huge congratulations to our leader, Jae-seok oppa, on winning the Grand Prize for the 20th time! Congratulations to our youngest members, Ye-eun and Kang-hoon, for receiving the Rising Star Award! And to Hyung-in and the “Running Man” team for winning the Program of the Year Award—I love and respect you all!
Also, a big thank you to Director Hong Da-won, Teacher Hye-seon, and Manager So-yeon, who took the time to make me look beautiful on Lunar New Year.
I’ll do my best to be an even better scene-stealer this year! Wishing everyone a happy and prosperous 2025!