Milo Yiannopoulos

British journalist and political commentator

Milo Yiannopoulos - British journalist and political commentator
Born

October 18th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1984, this individual became a prominent journalist and public speaker, focusing on politics, culture, and technology. This person gained attention through a significant presence on social media and various public speaking engagements. The publications included contributions to several notable platforms, primarily emphasizing views on free speech and conservatism. This individual's controversial remarks often sparked debates on societal issues. In 2016, this person served as a senior editor for a major conservative website, gaining widespread notoriety for provocative statements and commentary.

Served as senior editor at Breitbart News

Published the book 'Dangerous' in 2017

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