Following intense backlash over racist remarks and the intentional mispronunciation of Jungkook’s name on air, host Woody of The Woody Show has issued a formal apology to both Jungkook and the BTS Army.
The controversy erupted after hosts on the iHeartRadio-syndicated program mocked Jungkook’s name during a broadcast, with the host calling him “Jang Jook” and “Jin Cook”—before launching into direct attacks on the fandom, labeling supporters as “losers, losers, losers” based on online comments.
Read more: US Radio Host Slammed For Racism After Mocking Jungkook’s Name; Calls BTS Army “Losers”
The segment drew widespread social media condemnation, with fans slamming the radio personalities for blatant racism and unprofessional behavior.
In a video message addressing the fallout, Woody admitted fault and offered a direct apology for his handling of the situation:
“Look, I got Jung Kook’s name wrong. Dead wrong. Uh in hindsight, I should have taken a couple seconds to make sure I knew how to pronounce his name. I didn’t. I got that wrong. And so, I’m sincerely apologizing to Jung Kook for that. No, no offense intended.”
Addressing the broader backlash from the fandom, Woody acknowledged that he overreacted and let the moment get the better of him:
“But to the BTS Army, look man, I did get defensive. I said some things I shouldn’t have said and again, that’s on me. I did get caught up in the moment and so for that I apologize.”
‘The Woody Show’ host apologises for mispronouncing Jungkook as “Jang Jook” and calling the BTS ARMY “losers”…. Are you buying it? pic.twitter.com/Y5qUvOCoAk
— Resonate Voices (@ResonateVoices) September 25, 2026
While walking back his remarks, Woody also recognized the unprecedented success and global reach of the group:
“And whatever you think about what I said, I mean, you can’t argue with what BTS has accomplished. I mean, look at this, man. They’re one of the biggest groups in the world. They’ve built this massive global community and that’s an incredible thing.”
Woody concluded by expressing respect for the intense dedication of the fanbase:
“The passion that the BTS Army has for the guys, it’s incredible, man. You work around music, uh you see it’s really rare to have this kind of connection with the fans and I uh I certainly appreciate that passion and where it comes from.”
However, the BTS Army were less than convinced about his apology. “Maybe we’ll accept your apology in your dreams. Someone like you has no right to mock an artist or their fans. You only showed your true character BTS and ARMY can’t be messed with. Remember BTS is bigger than you and your show,” tweeted one fan.
“Sorry but apology denied. This is why u should think twice of wt comes out of ur mouth. If we can say sorry for everything wts the use of law for. Somethings r way too deep to move on with a half hearted apology.,” said another.
One simply wrote, “Doesn’t even sound sincere.”
Nope they all need to apologize not just him the whole team/group
— daisuke (@daisukeqj1d) September 25, 2026
He is not sorry you can tell from his eyes mouth and facial expressions he was just threatened to lose his job
— Yoona12 Tae1996 (@YTae199692300) September 25, 2026
Doesn’t even sound sincere.
— G (@buildwithgrace) September 25, 2026
Sorry but apology denied. This is why u should think twice of wt comes out of ur mouth. If we can say sorry for everything wts the use of law for. Somethings r way too deep to move on with a half hearted apology.
— ♡ (@wytentae) September 25, 2026
Maybe we’ll accept your apology in your dreams. Someone like you has no right to mock an artist or their fans. You only showed your true character
BTS and ARMY can’t be messed with. Remember BTS is bigger than you and your show pic.twitter.com/12OqxhFmhi— NØHA⁷ (@nohaBTS65853764) September 25, 2026
