Giorgia Meloni was born in Rome, Italy, on January 15, 1977. Raised in the working-class district of Garbatella, she grew up in a single-parent household after her father left the family when she was just a toddler. Meloni’s early life was marked by economic struggles, but she exhibited a strong passion for politics from a young age.
Meloni completed her early education in Rome and later attended the Amerigo Vespucci Institute, where she earned a diploma in language studies. She did not pursue higher education but quickly became involved in political activism.
| Full Name | Giorgia Meloni |
| Date of Birth | January 15, 1977 |
| Place of Birth | Rome, Italy |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Occupation | Politician, Journalist |
| Political Party | Brothers of Italy (Fratelli d’Italia) |
| Position | Prime Minister of Italy |
| Years Active | 1996–present |
| Partner | Andrea Giambruno |
| Children | 1 daughter (Ginevra) |
| Net Worth | $3 million (2024) |
| Education | Amerigo Vespucci Institute (Diploma) |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
Political Career
Giorgia Meloni’s political career began at the age of 15 when she joined the Youth Front (Fronte della Gioventù), the youth wing of the Italian Social Movement (MSI), a far-right political organization. By the late 1990s, she became an active member of National Alliance (Alleanza Nazionale), a conservative party that evolved from the MSI.
Meloni was first elected to the Italian Chamber of Deputies in 2006. In 2008, she was appointed Minister of Youth in the fourth Berlusconi government, making her the youngest minister in Italian history at the age of 31. After the dissolution of the National Alliance, Meloni co-founded the Brothers of Italy (Fratelli d’Italia) in 2012, a right-wing nationalist party, and became its leader in 2014.
In October 2022, Giorgia Meloni became the Prime Minister of Italy, the first woman to ever hold the office. Her party, Brothers of Italy, won the 2022 general elections, and she formed a coalition government with other right-wing parties.
Personal Life
Giorgia Meloni is in a long-term relationship with Andrea Giambruno, a journalist and television host. The couple has one daughter, Ginevra, born in 2016. While the couple is not officially married, they have been together for many years.
Meloni is known for her deeply conservative values, promoting traditional family structures and being a vocal opponent of immigration and the European Union’s influence over Italy. Her stances have made her a controversial figure, both admired by supporters of nationalist movements and criticized by advocates of liberal policies.
Net Worth
Giorgia Meloni’s net worth is estimated to be around $3 million as of 2024, based on her earnings as a politician and her long-standing career in public service.
