| Birth Day | July 20, 1932 |
| Birth Place | South Korea |
| Age | 88 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Jan 29, 2006 (age 73) |
| Birth Sign | Cancer |
Nam June Paik, a renowned multimedia artist from South Korea, is estimated to have a net worth of $5 million in the year 2024. Known for his groundbreaking work in merging art with technology, Paik revolutionized the art world with his innovative use of video and television. His unique creations often combined various media forms, captivating audiences globally. Paik's significant contributions to the world of contemporary art garnered him both critical acclaim and financial success, allowing him to accumulate a considerable fortune throughout his career.
Korean-American, multimedia Artist credited as the founder of video art. He was one of the first to use "electronic super highway" in reference to telecommunications.
He trained as a classical Pianist in his youth and studied music at the University of Tokyo and at Germany's Munich University. He became acquainted with conceptual artists
His famous work, "Electronic Superhighway: Continental U.S., Alaska, Hawaii 1995-96," was put on exhibition at the Smithsonian American Art Museum.
He grew up with two brothers and two sisters, and he and his family fled Korea during the Korean War. He married video Artist Shigeko Kubota in 1965.
His work was influenced by the musical compositions of John Cage and Karlheinz Stockhausen.
