Munthadar Al-zaidi
- January 9, 2024
- Journalist
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Munthadar Al-zaidi |
| Occupation | Journalist |
| Date Of Birth | Jan 16, 1979(1979-01-16) |
| Age | 45 |
| Birthplace | Iraq |
| Country | Iraq |
| Horoscope | Capricorn |
Munthadar Al-zaidi Biography
| Name | Munthadar Al-zaidi |
| Birthday | Jan 16 |
| Birth Year | 1979 |
| Place Of Birth | Iraq |
| Birth Country | Iraq |
| Birth Sign | Capricorn |
Munthadar Al-zaidi is one of the most popular and richest Journalist who was born on January 16, 1979 in Iraq, Iraq. Iraqi journalist who worked as a correspondent for Al-Baghdadia TV and was known for being critical of United States foreign policy.
He famously threw his shoes at U.S. President George W. Bush during a press conference in 2008.
He was born and raised in Sadr City, part of Baghdad in Iraq. He practiced Shia Islam.
Munthadar Al-zaidi Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Journalist |
| House | Living in own house. |
Munthadar Al-zaidi is one of the richest Journalist from Iraq. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Munthadar Al-zaidi 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He began working for Al-Baghdadia TV in 2005 and did a particularly moving report on a young girl killed on her way to school by the occupying forces in Iraq.
He was kidnapped in 2007 by unknown parties, and was held captive and blindfolded for three days before being released.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
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Who is Munthadar Al-zaidi Dating?
According to our records, Munthadar Al-zaidi is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Munthadar Al-zaidi’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
Munthadar Ranked on the list of most popular Journalist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Iraq. Munthadar Al-zaidi celebrates birthday on January 16 of every year.
What happened to Muntadhar al-Zaidi?
On 12 March 2009, he was sentenced to three years in prison for assaulting a foreign head of state during an official visit. On 7 April, the sentence was reduced from three years to one year. He was released on 15 September 2009 for good behavior after spending nine months in jail.
Who threw a shoe at George W Bush?
On December 14, 2008, Iraqi journalist Muntadhar al-Zaidi threw both of his shoes at United States President George W. Bush during an Iraqi press conference. Bush quickly ducked, avoiding being hit by either of the shoes.
What President got a shoe thrown at him?
10 years ago, an Iraqi journalist threw his shoes at George W. Bush and instantly became a cult figure. It was Dec. 14, 2008.
What does throwing a shoe at someone mean?
“Throwing a shoe on someone means throwing dirt on that person.” Professor Faegheh Shirazi, with Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Texas, agreed, saying it is offensive “regardless of the religious practices.”
Why did George W Bush invade Iraq?
According to U.S. President George W. Bush and UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, the coalition aimed “to disarm Iraq of weapons of mass destruction, to end Saddam Hussein’s support for terrorism, and to free the Iraqi people”, even though a UN inspection team had declared it had found absolutely no evidence of the …