Kim Jun-ho (comedian)

Quick Facts: Who was Kim Jun-ho (comedian)?

Subject:

Kim Jun-ho (comedian)

Known for:

Acclaimed South Korean comedian, singer, and television personality known for his comedic timing.

Born:

1975-12-25

Century / Era:

1975s Historical Era Archive

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Origins & Early Life

Kim Jun-ho (Korean: 김준호; born January 27, 1976), also known as Charlie Kim, is a South Korean comedian, singer and television personality. He has starred in Gag Concert since 1999 and was a member of the variety show 2 Days & 1 Night from 2013 to 2019. He has also been the executive chairman of Busan International Comedy Festival since its conception in 2013. Considered one of the best comedians in South Korea, Kim has won two Top Excellence awards and a Daesang Award at the KBS Entertainment Awards in both comedy and variety divisions. He is signed under JDB Entertainment.

Career & Major Achievements

Kim was born in Daejeon, South Korea. His sister, Kim Mi-jin, is a TV show host. He graduated from Chungnam High School and majored in acting at Dankook University before dropping out. Kim is greatly influenced by the famous comedian, Charlie Chaplin. For this reason he chose "Charlie Kim" as his English name.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Kim originally debuted under SBS's 5th class of comedians. He later joined KBS's Gag Concert in 1999 and is part of its 14th class. He was also a cast member for the first season of The Human Condition. He joined the 2 Days & 1 Night Season 3 lineup with Kim Joohyuk, Defconn and Jung Joon Young at the very end of 2013, gaining popularity as well as earning the nickname of "Mr. Devious" for his tendency to trick the other cast members. Kim is the chairman and head of the organizing committee for the Busan International Comedy Festival.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1975 (1975-12-25): Birth of Kim Jun-ho (comedian) — Acclaimed South Korean comedian, singer, and television personality known for his comedic timing.
2. 1976: 1976 Milestone — Kim Jun-ho (Korean: 김준호; born January 27, 1976), also known as Charlie Kim, is a South Korean comedian, singer and television personality.
3. 1999: 1999 Milestone — He has starred in Gag Concert since 1999 and was a member of the variety show 2 Days & 1 Night from 2013 to 2019.
4. 2013: 2013 Milestone — He has also been the executive chairman of Busan International Comedy Festival since its conception in 2013.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Kim Jun-ho (comedian)

True or False: “Kim Jun-ho was a member of the variety show 2 Days & 1 Night from 2013 to 2019.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): The provided text confirms he joined the 2 Days & 1 Night Season 3 lineup at the end of 2013.

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