EPISODE · Jun 26, 2023 · 9 MIN
Master Jimmy Kim Memorial
from Taekwondo Life Magazine's Podcast · host Bleav Podcast Network
Master Marc Zirogiannis talks about the unexpected passing of Taekwondo 1988 Olympic Gold medal winner and legend, Jimmy Kim this weekend in his home state of California from a rare disease. Statement from the family of Master Jimmy Kim (4/11/67- 6/23/23): "Master Jimmy Kim passed peacefully last night at 8:40 pm at UCSD Medical Center. Since May of 2022, Master Kim had been battling an uncommon and aggressive autoimmune disorder called Dermatomyositis that primarily attacked his lungs. He was hospitalized on Memorial Day due to breathing difficulty and low blood oxygen level and he was transferred to ICU last week until he passed. There will be more information, but the family requests privacy at this time." *This episode is presented by Bet Online. Use the promo code BLEAV for your 50% Welcome Bonus Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Master Marc Zirogiannis talks about the unexpected passing of Taekwondo 1988 Olympic Gold medal winner and legend, Jimmy Kim this weekend in his home state of California from a rare disease.
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