Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson, born on 19 June 1964 in New York City, is a British politician, journalist, and author. He served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from July 2019 to September 2022. Prior to that, he was the Mayor of London from 2008 to 2016 and the Foreign Secretary from 2016 to 2018.  

Early Life and Education

Johnson was born to British parents, Stanley Johnson and Charlotte Fawcett, while his father was studying economics at Columbia University. He spent his early years moving between the U.S., the U.K., and Brussels. He was educated at Eton College and later studied Classics at Balliol College, Oxford.  

Political Career

Johnson began his political career as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Henley from 2001 to 2008. He then served as the Mayor of London, where he oversaw projects like the 2012 London Olympics. He returned to Parliament as the MP for Uxbridge and South Ruislip from 2015 to 2023.  

As Prime Minister, Johnson played a pivotal role in the U.K.'s departure from the European Union, commonly known as Brexit. His tenure was marked by significant events, including the COVID-19 pandemic, during which his government faced criticism over its handling of lockdown measures. He resigned in September 2022 following a series of political scandals.  

Personal Life

Johnson has been married three times and has fathered at least nine children. With his second wife, Marina Wheeler, he has four children: Lara Lettice, Milo Arthur, Cassia Peaches, and Theodore Apollo. He also has a daughter, Stephanie Macintyre, from an affair with art consultant Helen Macintyre. The identities of his other children have not been publicly confirmed.  

Recent Developments

After stepping down as Prime Minister, Johnson resigned as an MP in June 2023 following a report that concluded he had misled Parliament regarding gatherings during COVID-19 lockdowns. He has since focused on writing and public speaking, with speculation about a potential political comeback.