Nicolas Sarkozy

Date of Birth: January 28, 1955

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Biography

Nicolas Sarkozy is a prominent French statesman who served as the President of France from 2007 to 2012. Born in Paris, Sarkozy emerged as a key figure in French politics early in his career. He was elected as Mayor of Neuilly-sur-Seine in 1983, holding the position until 2002. He subsequently served in various ministerial roles, including Minister of the Interior and Minister of Finance, before winning the presidential election in 2007. His presidency focused on economic reforms, immigration control, and international diplomacy. After his presidency, Sarkozy remained active in politics and public affairs, although he faced legal challenges and controversies.

5 Interesting Facts about Nicolas Sarkozy

1. Nicolas Sarkozy is of Hungarian and Greek Jewish descent.

2. He married the famous French-Italian singer and model Carla Bruni in 2008 while serving as President.

3. Sarkozy was known for his ambitious reforms, including attempts to overhaul the French pension system.

4. He is a trained lawyer and started his career in law before entering politics.

5. Sarkozy faced several legal issues post-presidency, including a conviction for corruption in 2021, which he has appealed.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Nicolas Sarkozy

1. “Work more to earn more.”

2. “I want to reconquer the heart of the French people.”

3. “If you are not ambitious, you do not have a strong will.”

4. “Reform is not easy, but stagnation is fatal.”

5. “France cannot be France without greatness.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, Nicolas Sarkozy’s net worth was estimated to be around $12 million.

Children

Nicolas Sarkozy has four children: 1. Pierre Sarkozy (born 1985) – a hip-hop producer. 2. Jean Sarkozy (born 1986) – a politician. 3. Louis Sarkozy (born 1997) – his son with his second wife, Cécilia Attias. 4. Giulia Sarkozy (born 2011) – his daughter with Carla Bruni.