Samsung Co-CEO Han Jong-hee Dies Of Heart Attack At 63

Based on the search results, here’s a summary of the key information regarding the passing of Samsung Electronics co-CEO Jong-Hee Han:

Death:

Jong-Hee Han passed away at the age of 63 due to a heart attack.

He died in the Samsung Medical Center in southern Seoul.

Career:

Han joined Samsung in 1988 and dedicated much of his career to the company’s visual display business.

He played a crucial role in elevating Samsung’s television business to global leadership.

He became president and head of the visual display business in 2017, and was appointed co-CEO in 2022.

Han also oversaw the company’s consumer electronics and mobile devices businesses.

Impact:

He is credited with significantly contributing to Samsung becoming the world’s leading TV manufacturer.

His passing creates a leadership transition within Samsung, especially within the consumer electronics divisions.

Samsung’s response:

Samsung has released statements expressing their condolences.

There is information indicating that Chairman Lee Jae-yong expressed his deep regret.

There are questions surrounding how samsung will fill the co-ceo position.

Current situation:

With Han’s passing the other co-ceo Kyung Kye-hyun is now in charge of the business.

Samsung had recently appointed a new co-CEO Jun Young-hyun.

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