India, Oct. 24 -- YouTuber and podcast host Ethan Klein has said he is working to relinquish his ownership and financial interests in businesses he shares with his wife, Hila Klein, after she publicly accused him of having an affair lasting more than six months.

Ethan, who co-hosts the H3 Podcast with Hila, also asked the public to respect his family's privacy as the couple navigates the fallout from the allegations. In a statement shared on Instagram on October 23, he said he was working with Hila to remove his financial stakes from their podcasts, fashion brand Teddy Fresh, beauty brand Teddy Glow and other joint ventures.

"I do this in the hope that people can still support Hila and the crew without the concern of enriching me," Etha...