Beppe Grillo

Date of Birth: July 21, 1948

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

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Biography

Beppe Grillo, born Giuseppe Piero Grillo, is an Italian comedian, actor, blogger, and politician. He was born on July 21, 1948, in Genoa, Italy. Grillo began his career as a comedian in the 1970s, quickly gaining popularity for his sharp wit and satirical take on Italian politics and society. He appeared on several television shows and became a household name in Italy. In the early 2000s, Grillo transitioned from comedy to activism, using his blog to address political and social issues. His blog became one of the most read in Italy and helped him build a significant online following. In 2009, leveraging his popularity and influence, Grillo co-founded the Five Star Movement (Movimento 5 Stelle, M5S), a populist political party that promotes direct democracy, environmentalism, and anti-corruption measures. Grillo has been a controversial figure in Italian politics, known for his outspoken and often provocative statements. Despite this, his movement has achieved significant electoral success, including winning the largest share of votes in the 2018 general election. Although Grillo stepped back from day-to-day political activities, his influence on the movement and Italian politics remains substantial.

5 Interesting Facts about Beppe Grillo

1. Beppe Grillo’s blog was named among the world’s most influential by The Observer in 2008.

2. Grillo was banned from Italian television in the 1980s after making a controversial joke about the Socialist Party.

3. Before becoming a comedian, Grillo studied accountancy and briefly worked as an accountant.

4. The Five Star Movement, co-founded by Grillo, advocates for policies such as universal basic income and renewable energy.

5. Grillo has faced multiple legal issues, including a conviction for manslaughter following a car accident in 1981.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Beppe Grillo

1. “Politicians are like diapers. They both need changing regularly and for the same reason.”

2. “The Internet is the greatest revolution in the history of humanity.”

3. “We need to stop the exploitation of our planet and its resources.”

4. “The Five Star Movement is not a traditional party; it is a movement of citizens.”

5. “I am a comedian, and comedians should never be taken seriously.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, Beppe Grillo’s net worth was estimated to be around $4 million.

Children

Beppe Grillo has six children. He has three children from his first marriage to Sonia Toni—Valentina, Davide, and Ciro—and three children from his second marriage to Parvin Tadjk—Rocco, Samuele, and Lena.