President Yoon Seok-yeol conferred the Order of Cultural Merit to 'National MC' Song Hae, who died at the age of 95 today (8th).
The President's Office said in a press release today, "The Yun Seok-yeol administration has awarded the late comedian with the Order of Cultural Merit in recognition of their contribution to the development of Korean popular culture and art."
The Order of Cultural Merit is awarded to a person who has made significant contributions to the development of culture and arts and the enjoyment of national culture.
President Yoon sent Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Park Bo-gyun today to the funeral home of Seoul National University Hospital in Jongno-gu, Seoul, where the funeral was set up, and delivered the condolences and the Golden Crown of Cultural Merit to his bereaved family.
President Yoon said, "There is no way I can contain my sadness at the news of the passing of Mr. Song Hae," said President Yoon. I did.
He continued, "In particular, he took on the role of hosting Korea's longest-running program, 'National Singing Contest', which provided an opportunity for domestic popular music to develop across all age groups." said.
President Yoon said, "It is very regrettable that we will not be able to see the passionate teacher again, but the friendly songs and stories of our neighbors who cried and laughed every Sunday day and day through the teacher's friendly society will remain in the hearts of the people for a long time."
He concluded the battle by saying, "I offer my sincere condolences to the bereaved families who may be grieving, and pray for the best of luck to Mr. Song Hae."
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