Daniel Ortega
B- Birthday
- November 11, 1945
- Age
- 80
- Height
- 0'0" (0 cm)
- Net Worth
- $50M
About
Daniel Ortega is a Nicaraguan politician, military officer, and former guerrilla leader. He currently serves as the co-president of Nicaragua alongside his wife, Rosario Murillo. Ortega previously served as president from 1985 to 1990 and again from 2007 to 2025. He was a key figure in the Sandinista National Liberation Front, which overthrew the Somoza dictatorship.
Career Timeline
Sandinista Victory, Junta Member
Rises to power after the Sandinista revolution.
Elected President of Nicaragua
Becomes president amid civil war and US opposition.
Loses Presidential Election
Defeated by Violeta Barrios de Chamorro.
Returns to the Presidency
Wins presidential election, beginning a new era of Sandinista rule.
Widespread Protests and Repression
Faces major protests; government cracks down on dissent.
Re-elected Amidst Controversy
Wins a fourth consecutive term in elections widely seen as fraudulent.
Authoritarian Leader
Continues to consolidate power amidst international condemnation.
