MBC Insider Supports Workplace Bullying Allegations Against Kim Ga Young—New Claims Emerge in Oh Yoanna Case
The ongoing controversy surrounding MBC weathercaster Kim Ga Young has taken another turn as an MBC insider has come forward, backing claims that she played a role in the bullying and ostracization of the late Oh Yoanna.
On January 31, the YouTube channel Garo Sero Research Institute released a recorded phone call with an MBC staff member, referred to as "A," who confirmed the allegations against Kim Ga Young, Park Ha Myung, Choi Ah Ri, and Lee Hyun Seung.
🎙️ Insider Testimony: Behind-the-Scenes Manipulation
According to Insider A, the bullying was not always direct. Instead, it was covert and manipulative, with seniors pretending to be kind while isolating Oh Yoanna. The insider shared:
"Killing someone's esteem isn't just about yelling at them or using harsh words. Some people pretended to be kind while badmouthing her behind her back. Just because she appeared on You Quiz, they said things like, ‘A girl without XXX is just a nobody.’"
The insider also claimed that Kim Ga Young actively tried to ruin Oh Yoanna’s friendships—especially with popular broadcaster Jang Sung Kyu, with whom Oh Yoanna often worked with.
Kim Ga Young allegedly told Jang Sung Kyu:
"Oppa, she’s a liar. She has no decency."
Jang Sung Kyu later confronted Oh Yoanna, saying:
"I heard you lie a lot."
When Oh Yoanna asked who had said this, he replied:
"Kim Ga Young did."
📜 Oh Yoanna’s Suicide Note Exposed Disturbing Workplace Culture
Oh Yoanna tragically passed away on September 28, 2024, at the age of 28. Following her death, reports surfaced that a 17-page note was found on her phone, describing relentless bullying by two specific weathercasters.
The note detailed how:
❌ Mistakes were falsely blamed on her
❌ She was criticized for trying to correct inaccurate weather reports
❌ She was ostracized simply for being a new employee
⚖️ Legal Action & Public Backlash
On January 23, Oh Yoanna’s family officially filed a lawsuit at the Seoul Central District Court against her former colleagues for damages related to workplace harassment. Meanwhile, MBC has launched an external investigation, and police have begun an internal inquiry into the allegations.
As public outrage grows, Kim Ga Young has already stepped down from her role on Good Morning FM with Tei, but her participation in SBS’s hit variety show Kick a Goal remains undecided.
🔴 Netizens reacted with outrage, comparing the situation to a real-life version of The Glory.
💬 Comments flooding social media include:
🗣️ “She pretends to be kind, but she’s manipulative and terrifying.”
🗣️ “It’s disgusting how she used Jang Sung Kyu as a pawn.”
🗣️ “What happened to Oh Yoanna is heartbreaking. This cannot be ignored.”
As investigations continue, many are demanding justice for Oh Yoanna, hoping the case sheds light on workplace bullying and leads to real accountability in the entertainment industry.
🔥 What are your thoughts on these shocking revelations? Let’s discuss in the comments! 🔥