From the small stage of Harbin Shangzhi Kindergarten to the lights of the Capital Gymnasium in Beijing, Kan Lijun's story is a legend of perseverance and breakthrough.
Her upbringing shows how a girl can be strong in the face of hardship and eventually become one of the most famous TV hosts in the country.
Today, I will take you to see Kan Lijun's legendary life.
Kan Lijun's early life in Harbin unfolded.
As an energetic kindergarten student, she has shown an unusual love for stage performance.
Not only that, but she showed amazing independence from an early age, managing her own keys every day and going home alone, which was very rare at the time.
After entering high school, Kan Lijun was tall and tall, reaching 1Amazing height of 7 meters.
Her PE teacher noticed this and invited her to join the school's basketball team.
However, Kan Lijun's dream is not in sports, but in a more ambitious way – she wants to become a soldier.
She developed a grudge against her parents, especially her father, for her family's inability to help.
In 1974, an important turning point occurred in her life.
She joined the Harbin Quyi Troupe and began to learn the traditional Henan pendant.
Here, she experienced the hardships of her first entry into the art field.
The conditions of the troupe were very difficult, and there were no special practice venues and instructors, but this did not stop her enthusiasm and progress.
After working in the troupe for three years, she longed to join the art troupe, but due to a lack of background and connections, she was unable to do so.
In 1977, an opportunity changed the course of her life.
She was seconded by the People's Liberation Army Engineer Corps Art Troupe, and this experience made her appear on the stage of ** TV for the first time.
However, this success did not bring complete joy.
She was criticized by the leaders of her former unit for her appearance on television, which caused her great psychological pressure.
In 1978, Kan Lijun officially became a member of the People's Liberation Army Engineer Art Troupe.
Soon after, she was transferred to the Chinese Song and Dance Troupe.
There, she made her debut as a announcer at the Mid-Autumn Festival in 1980.
Not content with just announcing the name of the show and the performers, she cleverly incorporated the background and story of each show into her news, an innovation that caused a sensation.
This performance not only won her the title of "China's first host", but also left a strong mark in China's history.
However, fame also brought new challenges, and within the unit, she encountered jealousy and difficulties.
Kan Lijun's artistic journey has not been easy.
As her fame grew, she suffered even more ostracism from the unit.
She was deliberately arranged to participate in small performances in the countryside, rather than large-scale theatrical performances.
Even if large literary and artistic groups such as the Maritime Administration and the General Political Department invited her to host important programs, her unit used various excuses to stop her and limit her development space.
One of the most memorable was when Kan Lijun was temporarily replaced during a large-scale performance in the Great Hall of the People without any reasonable explanation.
Such an encounter was undoubtedly a blow to her, but she was not crushed by the predicament.
In the 1990s, Kan Lijun not only served as the host of the China Song and Dance Troupe, but also got involved in the film and television industry, playing important roles in many TV series.
Her performance in film and television works shows her versatile side.
From 1989 to 1991, she hosted the CCTV Spring Festival Gala for three consecutive years and became one of the most well-known hosts in China.
However, in the face of a job offer from CCTV, she chose to stay in the China Song and Dance Troupe for fear of restricting her acting activities.
The change in the personnel of the unit brought her a turning point.
Her situation improved significantly and she was promoted to assistant to the regimental commander.
In this new role, she helped solve many of the organization's problems, including fundraising and obtaining visas for U.S. performances.
In 2002, she helped solve the problem of returning to the condolence performance in Yunnan.
However, despite her great contribution to the unit, there are still people who slander and spread rumors about her behind her back.
In 2004, Kan Lijun started her new chapter and joined Beijing TV as the chief producer and host of several programs.
This step was not only a leap forward in her career, but also a reinvention of her personal brand.
In terms of personal life, Kan Lijun's concept of love has always been very traditional and strict.
She has high standards for her partner, and small things can also be a reason for her to change her opinion.
Despite this, she has always been optimistic about her marriage prospects.
Even in 2010, at the age of 51, she still maintained an open attitude towards love.
In 2013, her life took a major turn.
She used her real estate certificate to help the Chinese Children's Culture and Art Association, showing her courage and generosity in the face of challenges.
Faced with the pressure and challenge of becoming the new president of the association, she bravely accepted the position in 2014.
This move of hers not only reflects her recognition of social responsibility, but also highlights her personality that is not afraid of difficulties.
In a small but challenging meeting, Kan Lijun began her transformation from artist to philanthropist.
This ** association, which has less than 10,000 yuan of book funds, is facing financial difficulties despite having more than 10 staff members and more than 20 special projects.
Kan Lijun's joining not only gave this small team a new life, but also opened a new chapter in her own life.
After taking office, Kan Lijun acted quickly, revised the constitution and rules and regulations of the ** association, improved the organizational structure, and rectified the subordinate institutions.
Her series of initiatives aims to create a more efficient and transparent charity.
Faced with the financial difficulties of the ** club, Kan Lijun did not choose to wait for rescue, but took the initiative to look for sponsorship.
She let go of the pride of the art circle, impressed a company with her personality charm and firm beliefs, and successfully obtained a donation of 10 million yuan.
This amount not only solves the current financial crisis of the first meeting, but also lays the foundation for future development.
Kan Lijun at work has shown incredible tenacity and perseverance.
She works up to 15 hours a day, facing not only the internal affairs of the club, but also the challenges of the external environment.
However, these difficulties did not hold her back, but instead inspired her to fight even more.
In order to expand the influence and public awareness of the meeting, Kan Lijun invited more than 50 artists to serve as art consultants and held a series of large-scale charity evenings.
These activities not only raise the profile of the event, but also provide the public with cultural and artistic enjoyment.
Under her leadership, the ** Club launched the "Art Education Project" and cooperated with Heilongjiang Satellite TV to produce the "Salute to Heroes" program.
This show has been broadcast for three consecutive seasons since 2018, achieving good social benefits and becoming the focus of public attention.
Kan Lijun has won honors such as the Public Welfare Person of the Year Award and the Charity Model, which are all recognition of her hard work and dedication.
In her private life, Kan Lijun's life is equally colorful.
Although she was too picky in love and missed many marriages, she did not regret it.
She has a wide range of interests, has studied Chinese painting, and her works have been well received by the industry.
In 2020, she also sang the anti-epidemic song "Let's Love Together", showing her artistic talent and sense of social responsibility.
In February 2023, 64-year-old Kan Lijun is still single, but she does not feel alone.
She poured her motherly love and care into countless children, and she said in an interview that the children's smiling faces and laughter were her greatest satisfaction.
Her life proves that a person's worth is not only reflected in their personal achievements, but also in the positive impact they can bring to society.
Kan Lijun's story is one of transformation, growth, and devotion.
She has gone from being a star in the art world to a philanthropist who has become deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
Her experience teaches us that no matter how old you are, people have the power to start a new journey and bring about positive change in the world.
Kan Lijun used her actions and love to write a heart-warming legend.