Is Muntadhar al-Zaidi A-List?

Correspondent for Al-Baghdadia TV

Al-Zaidi works as a correspondent for Al-Baghdadia TV, covering news in Iraq. Initial earnings were minimal.

Increased Reporting Role

He gains a more prominent reporting role, covering political and social issues. His recognition and influence began to increase.

Shoe-Throwing Incident

Al-Zaidi throws his shoes at President George W. Bush, gaining international notoriety. The incident had a short term bump in prestige.

Imprisonment and Release

Al-Zaidi is imprisoned and later released, affecting his career prospects. He lost money due to the criminal justice process.

Brief Work in Lebanon

He briefly works with a Lebanese TV channel, but his career stagnates. He struggled with new opportunities in the industry.

Political Activism

Al-Zaidi becomes involved in political activism and charitable work. He began to build up his status as more than just the show throwing incident.

Public Appearances

Al-Zaidi occasionally makes public appearances and gives interviews, maintaining some level of recognition. Still relevant but niche.

Remembered for Protest

Al-Zaidi is primarily remembered for the shoe-throwing incident, which overshadowed his journalistic work. His status as a cult figure is likely.