Hong Kong singer William So was originally scheduled to hold a solo concert on October 6 in Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China, but his drug-related past from 23 years ago was dug up, leading to widespread criticism by netizens. Under public pressure, the organizers decided to cancel the performance. After nearly a week of silence, he made his first public statement, stressing that he has never forgotten the mistake he made 23 years ago and expressed deep regret for causing negative perceptions in society.
Late at night on the 23rd, William So posted on social media. He began by apologizing for the mistake he made 23 years ago and for once again occupying public resources, causing society to spend time and energy because of his errors. He apologized once more to everyone. He emphasized that the stain of his wrongdoing cannot be erased and that over the past 23 years, he has never forgotten the mistakes he made, nor ever tried to forget them. Instead, he constantly reminds himself to take each step of his life carefully going forward, hoping that the public can use his mistakes as a lesson—to understand that life cannot be restarted, and one must be cautious with words and actions.
William So emphasized that over the past 23 years he has been continuously rebuilding his life, putting forth his utmost effort in his roles as son, husband, and father, and has always tried to give back to society as this is what he should do. In the days ahead, he said he will continue to live by the teachings of the sages: "To know one's mistakes and correct them is the greatest good." He then stressed: "It’s not because I hope the stain can be erased, but only that through my hard work it will gradually fade… change… and eventually become a scar for encouragement," finally apologizing for a third time to everyone: "I'm sorry."
Seeing William So apologize three times, many people left messages of encouragement for him. His wife, Anita Fung, also commented, writing: "Husband, keep going! My family and friends who love you the most and I will always be by your side to support you."
Late at night on the 23rd, William So posted on social media. He began by apologizing for the mistake he made 23 years ago and for once again occupying public resources, causing society to spend time and energy because of his errors. He apologized once more to everyone. He emphasized that the stain of his wrongdoing cannot be erased and that over the past 23 years, he has never forgotten the mistakes he made, nor ever tried to forget them. Instead, he constantly reminds himself to take each step of his life carefully going forward, hoping that the public can use his mistakes as a lesson—to understand that life cannot be restarted, and one must be cautious with words and actions.
William So emphasized that over the past 23 years he has been continuously rebuilding his life, putting forth his utmost effort in his roles as son, husband, and father, and has always tried to give back to society as this is what he should do. In the days ahead, he said he will continue to live by the teachings of the sages: "To know one's mistakes and correct them is the greatest good." He then stressed: "It’s not because I hope the stain can be erased, but only that through my hard work it will gradually fade… change… and eventually become a scar for encouragement," finally apologizing for a third time to everyone: "I'm sorry."
Seeing William So apologize three times, many people left messages of encouragement for him. His wife, Anita Fung, also commented, writing: "Husband, keep going! My family and friends who love you the most and I will always be by your side to support you."