About
Mohammed Badie is the eighth Supreme Guide of the Muslim Brotherhood. He is a leading figure in the organization. The Muslim Brotherhood is a transnational Sunni Islamist organization with a significant following in the Middle East and beyond. Badie's leadership has been marked by controversy.
Career Timeline
Appointed Supreme Guide
Badie becomes the Supreme Guide of the Muslim Brotherhood, a position of significant influence.
Arab Spring Influence
The Muslim Brotherhood gains influence during the Arab Spring uprisings, with Badie playing a key role.
Morsi Ouster and Arrest
The ouster of Mohamed Morsi leads to Badie's arrest and a crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood.
Sentenced to Death
Badie receives multiple death sentences in mass trials, though many are overturned on appeal.
Imprisoned for Life
Badie remains in prison, serving multiple life sentences despite international criticism of the trials.
Remains Imprisoned, Disgraced
Badie remains imprisoned and the Muslim Brotherhood is largely repressed, significantly diminishing his influence.
Related Celebrities
Last updated: February 25, 2026