Andre Agassi is a retired American professional tennis player, widely regarded as one of the greatest in the sport's history. Born on April 29, 1970, in Las Vegas, Nevada, he turned professional at the age of 16. Agassi won a total of eight Grand Slam singles titles, including the prestigious Wimbledon and U.S. Open, and was known for his powerful baseline play and charismatic personality. In addition to his on-court success, Agassi was a key figure in popularizing tennis during the 1990s. He was part of the ATP Tour and achieved the world No. 1 ranking for a total of 60 weeks. After retiring in 2006, he became involved in various philanthropic efforts, including founding the Andre Agassi Foundation for Education.