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Kim Keon-hee

Kim Keon-hee

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Kim Keon-hee, South Korea's former first lady, sentenced to 20 months in prison for corruption.

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Kim Keon-hee is the former first lady of South Korea, wife of former president Yoon Suk-yeol. She is currently newsworthy due to recent legal proceedings against her. A South Korean court sentenced her to 20 months in prison for corruption, marking the first time both members of a presidential couple have been convicted of crimes in South Korea. While convicted of corruption, she was acquitted of alleged stock manipulation and other charges. Additionally, a shaman, Jeon Seong-bae, known as “Monk” Gunjin, was convicted of accepting bribes in a case linked to Kim Keon-hee, further highlighting the legal troubles surrounding the former first lady. These events underscore the ongoing scrutiny and legal ramifications faced by former South Korean political figures.
Last updated: May 4, 2026