손석희

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Sohn Suk-hee (Korean: 손석희; born 27 July 1956) is a South Korean journalist who served as the general director and president of JTBC and JTBC Studios from November 2020 to September 2021. He is also a former professor at Sungshin Women's University, Seoul, South Korea and visiting professor at Ritsumeikan University in Kyoto, Japan, since April 2024. He is considered one of the most influential figures in South Korean media. Biography Early life and education When Sohn was in elementary school, he lived in Pil-dong, Jung District. He was stubborn and tough at the moment. 'This student is such a thick head' was written in his report card when he was second grader. He used to play with the orphans near the Toegye-ro, but he was so poor that he was in the similar position with them. Later, his family moved to Seongbuk District. After he graduated Sorabol middle school, he entered the Whimoon High School and became a member of the broadcasting club. There, he met Song Sueng Hwan, who planned Nanta. His experience in there played the crucial role of becoming an announcer. In 1976, he entered Kookmin University and studied Korean Literature.

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