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Media mogul turned prime minister. Italy's controversial political survivor.
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Life Journey
Silvio Berlusconi was born to Luigi Berlusconi and Rosa Castellani in Milan, Italy.
Berlusconi graduates from the University of Milan with a degree in Law, laying the foundation for his future career.
Berlusconi founds Panathlon International, a construction and property development company, marking his entry into the business world.
Berlusconi launches Mediaset, a private television network, which becomes a dominant force in Italian media.
Berlusconi marries Carla Bruni, a model and singer, in a high-profile ceremony. This marriage ends in 2009.
Berlusconi acquires the football club AC Milan, which he transforms into one of the most successful teams in Europe.
Berlusconi is elected as the Prime Minister of Italy, marking the beginning of his controversial political career.
Berlusconi is elected for his second term as Prime Minister, further solidifying his influence in Italian politics.
Berlusconi and Carla Bruni divorce after nearly 30 years of marriage, amid personal and political controversies.
Berlusconi is elected for his third term as Prime Minister, despite ongoing legal and political challenges.
Berlusconi is elected for his fourth term as Prime Minister, making him one of the longest-serving leaders in modern Italian history.
Amid economic crisis and political pressure, Berlusconi resigns as Prime Minister, ending his fourth term in office.
Berlusconi is convicted of tax fraud and banned from holding public office for six years, marking a significant setback in his political career.
Despite the ban, Berlusconi returns to the political arena, continuing to influence Italian politics from behind the scenes.
Berlusconi remains active in Italian politics and media, continuing to be a significant figure in the country's public life.