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K-Culture Godmother Honored in LA
7 Nov
Summary
- Miky Lee received the Asian Hall of Fame Centennial Medal.
- She was recognized for over 30 years of global cultural connection.
- Her leadership shaped CJ's entertainment ventures and K-culture platforms.
Miky Lee, vice chair of South Korea's CJ Group, received the Asian Hall of Fame's Centennial Medal of Lifetime Achievement in Los Angeles. The honor was presented by K-pop pioneer Lee Soo-man, who lauded Lee's extensive contributions to global culture.
Lee was recognized for over 30 years of connecting Korea with international audiences across film, music, and television. Her vision was crucial in transforming CJ from a food company into a global entertainment powerhouse. Key initiatives under her leadership include CJ's early investment in DreamWorks, the establishment of Korea's first multiplex chain CGV, and the creation of worldwide platforms like the MAMA Awards and KCON.
Lee's journey in entertainment began with her belief that "No culture, no country!" a philosophy inherited from her grandfather, who founded CJ and Samsung. This led her and her brother to expand CJ's focus from food to entertainment, aiming to engage audiences' eyes and ears as well as their mouths.
Her significant impact on Korean cinema is evidenced by her executive producer role in Bong Joon Ho's Oscar-winning film "Parasite." Furthermore, platforms like KCON, launched in the U.S. in 2012, have evolved into major events celebrating Korean lifestyle beyond music. The MAMA Awards, starting in 1999, have become a prominent global music event, with CJ ENM continuing to support Asian creators through initiatives like the First Light StoryHouse label.
