Hayden Kho says "Sorry"

For the first time since the controversy broke, cosmetic surgeon Hayden Kho faced the media Friday to air his side on the video recordings of his sexual escapades with several women, saying that he is also a “victim” since the videos were stolen from him.

Kho, speaking to the media in an undisclosed location in Makati, asked for forgiveness from his family, friends, and the women involved in the videos, one of whom is actress Katrina Halili.

“I deeply regret everything that has happened because of poor judgment. Nagsisisi na po ako sa dami ng mga nadamay, sa dami ng mga nasaktang tao, dahil may nagnakaw at nagkalat nung videos,” Kho said.

He maintained that he is also a victim of the controversy, since the videos, which he said were supposed to be private only, were stolen from him and were sold by a former friend.

He also said that he is ready to face the consequences of his actions.

“Right now, I only feel deep remorse. I know it’s too much to ask for forgiveness right now, [pero] sana, someday, people would learn to condemn the sin and not the sinner,” he added.

He also appealed to the public to stop distributing and watching the videos.

Statement

On Thursday, Kho broke his silence on the matter by releasing a statement apologizing for the proliferation of the videos.

He said such were uploaded and reproduced without his knowledge and consent.

“The filming of an intimate, strictly personal, and private act is most unfortunate and truly regrettable, and I sincerely apologize for the harm it has done to other parties. I must emphasize that there was no malice on my part, or intention to hurt anyone with these recordings,” he explained.

“I deplore the fact that without my knowledge and consent, these recordings were uploaded on the internet, downloaded, reproduced in optical media form, distributed, and sold to the public,” he added.

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has subpoenaed Kho, his former girlfriend Dr. Vicki Belo, and fellow doctor Eric Johnston Chua regarding the investigation on the alleged sex video.

Belo reportedly had a copy of the sex video while Chua was named as the person allegedly responsible for exposing it to the public.

On Wednesday, Halili accused Kho, her former lover, and others of violating the Republic Act 9262 or the law on violence against women and children. As part of the procedure, the sexy actress underwent a psychological evaluation in the NBI on Thursday.

Doctor no more

Given the extent of the controversy, Kho said he has decided to suspend his practice of medicine. “I own up to my responsibility as a professional, and have decided to suspend my practice of medicine.”

Earlier, Halili asked the Professional Regulatory Commission to revoke Kho’s license for videotaping their sexual intercourse without her consent. Halili’s fellow stars, as well as other lawmakers, also condemned Kho.

Kho said the incident had a “mental and emotional effect” on his being, saying that he has been undergoing professional counseling since December last year. In the meantime, he said Atty. Lorna Kapunan would speak on his behalf regarding the issue.

“At this stage, I realize I cannot expect understanding and forgiveness. I can only pray that this comes in due time,” he said.