Luke Hwang — Lee Sun-kyun, a renowned South Korean actor for his role in the Oscar-winning film Parasite, tragically took his life in December 2023.[1] Lee had been facing a police investigation over allegations of illegal drug use, despite his constant reiteration of his unawareness of any consumption. Throughout this time, Korean media outlets sensationalized reports about Lee’s personal life that were unrelated to the drug allegations.[2] His public appearances for police investigations were widely televised and reported in news articles, sparking a flurry of commentary on speculations and rumors surrounding his alleged drug uses with a hostess, which were replayed millions of times on YouTube.