{"id":3145,"date":"2024-09-20T10:55:07","date_gmt":"2024-09-20T03:55:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/misscosmo.com\/?p=3145"},"modified":"2026-01-13T10:38:08","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T03:38:08","slug":"press-release-kc-global-medias-ceo-george-chien-announced-as-judge-for-miss-cosmo-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/misscosmo.com\/?p=3145","title":{"rendered":"PRESS RELEASE: KC GLOBAL MEDIA\u2019S CEO GEORGE CHIEN ANNOUNCED AS JUDGE FOR MISS COSMO 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Following the announcement of Ms. Paula Shugart, former President of Miss Universe, and Mr. Pham Quang Vinh, former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam and former Ambassador of Vietnam to the United States, as judges for Miss Cosmo 2024, it has now been officially revealed that George Chien, Co-Founder, CEO and President of KC Global Media, will also join as the next esteemed judge at Miss Cosmo 2024.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Miss Cosmo 2024 has entered the first stage of the competition. On social media, updates about the contestants’ activities, such as sash presentations, charitable work, and participation in rehearsals for the National Costume segment and the “Hello Cosmo from Vietnam” fashion show, have garnered significant attention from audiences both domestically and internationally. With its meticulous and professional approach, Miss Cosmo is steadily establishing its prominence and resonance with the public.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Moreover, the judging panel for Miss Cosmo 2024 features prestigious names with influence not only in the fields of pageantry and modeling but also in diplomacy and commercial entertainment. Previously, the competition made headlines with the announcement of Ms. Paula Shugart, former President of Miss Universe, Mr. Pham Quang Vinh, former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam and former Ambassador of Vietnam to the United States, as judges. Recently, George Chien, Co-Founder, CEO and President of KC Global Media, has also been officially announced as the next esteemed judge for Miss Cosmo 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Born in Taiwan and based in Los Angeles, California, Chien has been instrumental in driving the company\u2019s success, drawing on his decades of extensive experience in media and entertainment. Under his leadership, KC Global Media\u2019s footprint grew rapidly, establishing the company as the home of some of the most popular media brands including AXN, ONE, Animax, GEM and KCM; critically acclaimed and award-winning shows like The Amazing Race Asia, Asia\u2019s Got Talent <\/em>and Apprentice Asia.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prior to launching KC Global Media, Chien was the Executive Vice President of Sony Pictures Media Networks where he led Sony\u2019s global and Asia-Pacific networks business, spearheaded the acquisition of TEN Sports in India and anime company FUNIMATION and was the key architect in developing, launching and broadcasting the highly successful cricket league, Indian Premier League (IPL) in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chien has held over 25 different board positions and directorships and served as alternate Board of Directors and active member for the International Academy of Television, Arts & Sciences as well as final juror for Asian Academy Creative Awards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to Chien\u2019s deep industry knowledge and proven track record, his credential as a licensed Certified Public Accountant brings a high level of professionalism and ethical standards to the judging panel, ensuring that the competition is handled with the utmost integrity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a judge for Miss Cosmo 2024, Chien expressed his excitement for the opportunity to witness some of the most diverse and vibrant talents from around the world and being able to bring this event LIVE to our global audience. More importantly, he is eager to hear their aspirations, potential contributions and how they can use the platform to influence positive change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although this is the inaugural year, Miss Cosmo has already made a significant impression with its meticulous and professional execution. The involvement of Chien and KC Global  Media\u2019s AXN stands as a testament to the pageant’s credibility and quality on an international scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About KC Global Media<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

KC Global Media Entertainment LLC is a global multi-media company based in the United States. The brainchild of former Sony executives Andy Kaplan and George Chien, KC Global Media Asia (KCGM Asia) is Asia\u2019s leading entertainment hub through the production, distribution and programming of quality, ground-breaking content. Backed by more than two decades of industry experience, KCGM Asia boasts an impressive portfolio of premium pay-TV channels in Asia, including English-language general entertainment network AXN, Japanese anime content channel Animax, South Korea\u2019s ONE, Japanese entertainment channel, GEM, and our first English language general entertainment FAST (Fast Ad-Supported Streaming Television) channel, KCM. By combining award-winning and well-loved entertainment formats with extensive knowledge and insight of the Asia Pacific market, KCGM Asia is paving the way for a new standard of entertainment in Asia and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website: KCGlobalMedia.com | Facebook: @KCGlobalMedia |<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instagram: @ KCGlobalMediaAsia | LinkedIn: KCGlobalMedia-Asia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About AXN Asia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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AXN features exclusive top-rated drama series, blockbuster features, reality programs and ground-breaking original productions. The channel appeals to a discerning audience seeking content that is smart, intriguing and unexpected, and all delivered close to U.S telecasts. From CSI: Vegas, FBI franchise, The Rookie, NCIS: Hawai\u2019i and The Amazing Race, AXN is defined not by a genre, but by an attitude that truly redefines action. In Asia, AXN reaches more than 19 million households in 18 territories. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website: AXN-Asia.com | Facebook: @AXNAsia | Instagram: @AXNAsia |<\/p>\n\n\n\n

YouTube: AXN Asia |TikTok: @AXNAsia | X (Twitter): @AXNAsia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Further information about Miss Cosmo 2024 will be continuously updated by the organizing committee to the public through the competition’s official media platforms and the Cosmo+ ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


OFFICIALLY TICKET RELEASE | ALL TICKETS FOR THE PRELIMINARY NIGHT & THE GRAND FINALE OF MISS COSMO 2024 <\/strong>

It\u2019s time to discover the exclusive ticket categories for The Preliminary Night and The Grand Finale of Miss Cosmo 2024! We\u2019re excited to officially release VIP, VVIP, and UNICORN(Fanzone) tickets for our earliest buyers.

Tickets for the PRELIMINARY NIGHT: <\/strong>https:\/\/misscosmo.1zone.vn\/en\/event\/cosmo-semi-final<\/a>

Tickets for the GRAND FINALE:<\/strong> https:\/\/misscosmo.1zone.vn\/en\/event\/cosmo-final<\/a>

Use the code MISSCOSMO2024<\/strong> to get:
– 25% OFF for  STANDARD, GOLD, VIP, and VVIP tickets for the Preliminary Night
– 10% OFF for STANDARD, GOLD, VIP, and VVIP tickets for the Grand Finale

Use the code UNICORNMCO<\/strong> to get:
– 25% OFF for UNICORN tickets for the  Preliminary Night
– 10% OFF for  UNICORN tickets for the Grand Finale

The exclusive promotion above is LIMITED<\/strong> until September 22, 2024<\/strong>

All ticket types are NOW AVAILABLE on our website! Don\u2019t miss out – save your seat and secure your spot at Miss Cosmo 2024 today. 

About UNICORN (Fanzone) TICKETS<\/strong>
For our UNICORN package holders, we offer exclusive privileges, including premium seats in the fanzone with the closest view of the performances.

Plus, you\u2019ll also receive:
– 1 Cosmo T-shirt
– 1 invitation to the VIP Party
– Access to walk the red card

OFFICIAL TICKETS PRICES of THE PRELIMINARY NIGHT<\/strong>
– UNICORN: 3.500.000VN\u0110 (~140 USD)
– VVIP: 5.000.000 VN\u0110 (~200 USD)
– VIP: 1.200.000VN\u0110 (~48 USD)
– GOLD: 800.000VN\u0110 (~32 USD)
– STANDARD: 400.000 VN\u0110 (~16 USD)

OFFICIAL TICKETS PRICES of THE GRAND FINALE<\/strong>
– UNICORN: 8.000.000VN\u0110 (~320 USD)
– VVIP: 10.000.000 VN\u0110 (~400 USD)
– VIP: 3.200.000VN\u0110 (~128 USD)
– GOLD: 2.000.000VN\u0110 (~80 USD) 
– STANDARD: 1.000.000 VN\u0110 (~40 USD)

THE PRELIMINARY NIGHT & THE GRAND FINALE<\/strong>
DATE & TIME<\/em><\/strong>: 
– THE PRELIMINARY NIGHT: October 2nd, 2024 –  7PM (GMT+7)
– THE GRAND FINALE: October 5th, 2024 –  7PM (GMT+7) 
PLACE<\/strong><\/em>: Phu Tho Stadium, 221 Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Ward 9, District 11, Ho Chi Minh City
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