Co-CEO of Samsung Han Jong-Hee dies at 63
The co-CEO of Samsung Electronics, Han Jong-Hee, has died after suffering a cardiac arrest, at the age of 63.
According to a spokesperson for the South Korean tech giant, Jong-Hee died on Tuesday.
Han was born in 1962, and oversaw Samsung’s consumer electronics and mobile devices businesses since 2022, according to the company.
He was named Samsung Electronics vice chairman and co-CEO in 2022. Han’s co-CEO, Jun Young-Hyun, heads its semiconductor business.
In an internal message seen by CNN, Samsung paid tribute to Han, saying he had dedicated more than 37 years of his life to leading Samsung’s TV business to become a global leader. As the head of its electronics and appliances businesses, he also contributed to the company’s growth amid a “challenging business environment.”
“Our deepest condolences are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time,” the message said.
No announcement has been made about Han’s successor, the spokesperson told CNN.
