First Lady of South Korea

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The first lady of the Republic of Korea, commonly known as the first lady of South Korea, is the title held by the hostess of the presidential residence, usually the wife of the president of South Korea. The current first lady is Kim Keon-hee, wife of President Yoon Suk Yeol, who has been in office since 10 May 2022.

History

During the administration of President Park Chung Hee, the first lady Yuk Young-soo was killed. Afterwards, Park's daughter, Park Geun-hye, assumed the duties of first lady after her mother. Park Geun-hye later became president herself, making her the first and only female president of South Korea, However, as she was never married while in office, there has yet to be a first gentleman of Korea.

List of first ladies of the Republic of Korea

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