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Do Ho Suh Wins Samsung's Prestigious Ho-Am Prize in Arts Category

award · 2026-04-20

Do Ho Suh has been selected as the recipient of the Ho-Am Prize in the arts category. The award, founded in 1990 by former Samsung chairman Kun-hee Lee, recognizes Koreans who have made exceptional contributions across several fields including science, engineering, medicine, community service, and the arts. Suh's prize includes a monetary award of 300 million Korean won, which is approximately equivalent to £200,000. This substantial sum is also awarded to winners in the prize's other categories. The Ho-Am Prize was established to honor significant achievements by Korean individuals.

Key facts

  • Do Ho Suh won the Ho-Am Prize in the arts category
  • The Ho-Am Prize was established in 1990
  • Kun-hee Lee, former Samsung chairman, founded the prize
  • The prize recognizes Koreans who have made significant contributions
  • Contributions are recognized in science, engineering, medicine, arts, and community service
  • Suh receives 300 million Korean won
  • The monetary award is approximately £200,000
  • Winners in other categories receive the same monetary award

Entities

Artists

  • Do Ho Suh
  • Kun-hee Lee

Institutions

  • Samsung

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