John Profumo was a British politician who served as the Minister of War from 1960 to 1963. He became widely known for his involvement in a scandal that emerged in 1963, which involved his affair with Christine Keeler, a model and showgirl. The scandal raised questions about national security, as Keeler was also linked to a Soviet diplomat. The fallout from the scandal led to Profumo's resignation in March 1963. Despite the controversy, he later dedicated his life to charitable work, particularly in the field of social welfare. Profumo's story remains a significant chapter in British political history.