Joseph Goebbels was a prominent German politician and the Minister of Propaganda in Nazi Germany from 1933 to 1945. He was a close associate of Adolf Hitler and played a key role in promoting the Nazi ideology through various forms of media, including film, radio, and print. Goebbels was known for his skillful manipulation of public opinion and his ability to spread propaganda that supported the regime's goals. Goebbels was born on October 29, 1897, in Rheydt, Germany. He studied literature and philosophy before joining the Nazi Party in the 1920s. His work in propaganda helped to shape the narrative surrounding the Holocaust and the war efforts. Goebbels remained loyal to Hitler until the end of World War II, ultimately taking his own life in 1945.