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Currently, Chey Tae-Won is 63 years, 3 months and 26 days old. Chey Tae-Won will celebrate 64rd birthday on a Tuesday 3rd of December 2024. Below we countdown to Chey Tae-Won upcoming birthday.
Popular As | Chey Tae-Won |
Occupation | Diversified |
Age | 62 years old |
Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Born | December 03, 1960 (Seoul, South Korea, South Korea) |
Birthday | December 03 |
Town/City | Seoul, South Korea, South Korea |
Nationality | South Korea |
Chey Tae-Won’s zodiac sign is Capricorn. According to astrologers, Capricorn is a sign that represents time and responsibility, and its representatives are traditional and often very serious by nature. These individuals possess an inner state of independence that enables significant progress both in their personal and professional lives. They are masters of self-control and have the ability to lead the way, make solid and realistic plans, and manage many people who work for them at any time. They will learn from their mistakes and get to the top based solely on their experience and expertise.
Chey Tae-Won was born in the Year of the Rat. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rat are quick-witted, clever, charming, sharp and funny. They have excellent taste, are a good friend and are generous and loyal to others considered part of its pack. Motivated by money, can be greedy, is ever curious, seeks knowledge and welcomes challenges. Compatible with Dragon or Monkey.
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In January 2012, Chey was indicted of embezzling over $40 million from SK companies to cover up trading losses. However, he denies any wrongdoing. In January 2013, Chey was found guilty of embezzlement and was sentenced to 4 years in prison by the Seoul District Court. SK Corporation expressed their Desire to file an appeal. He was pardoned by President Park Geun-hye in August 2015.
Chey is chairman of the South Korean group SK Corporation, the country's third largest conglomerate, with affiliates in Energy, Telecom, chemicals, and other sectors. He attended the University of Chicago as an undergraduate and met his wife there, the daughter of former South Korean President, Roh Tae-woo. The Chey family has deep ties with the University of Chicago as Chey's Father, the founder of the group, as well as his wife and eldest daughter all attended. He is married, has three children, and was incarcerated near Seoul until his pardon in August 2015. They have been separated since September 2011. In December 2015 he announced his intention to divorce.