John Bruton is an Irish politician who served as the Taoiseach, or Prime Minister, of Ireland from 1994 to 1997. He is a member of the Fine Gael party and has held various political positions throughout his career, including serving as a member of the European Parliament. Bruton was born on May 18, 1947, in Dublin, Ireland. He is known for his contributions to Irish politics, particularly in areas such as economic reform and European integration. After his tenure as Taoiseach, he continued to be active in public life, including roles in international organizations.