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Yoo Jae Suk

Native Name: 유재석
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Ethnicity: Korean
Date of Birth: August 14th, 1972

Age: 52
Height: 5' 10" (178 cm)
Place of Birth: Suyu-dong, Gangbuk District, South Korea

Biography

Yoo Jae-suk (Hangul: 유재석; RR: Yu Jae-seok; born on August 14, 1972), is a South Korean comedian, MC, show host, and television comedy show host. Nicknamed the “MC of the nation” (국민 MC), a vote by South Korean citizens proclaimed him the most popular Korean comedian for five consecutive years beginning (2004-2008). Yoo has hosted several variety television shows in South Korea, including the popular programs Infinite Challenge and Running Man. He is also nicknamed “The Grasshopper”, due to his early appearances where he dressed as a grasshopper.Yoo is now known for his quick wit and appeal across a wide range of demographics. He has established himself as one of Korea’s top comedians and TV personalities.