Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa is a Portuguese politician and lawyer who has served as the President of Portugal since March 9, 2016. Born on December 12, 1949, in Lisbon, he has a background in law and political science, having studied at the University of Lisbon and the University of Cambridge. Before his presidency, Rebelo de Sousa was a prominent figure in Portuguese politics, serving as a member of the Social Democratic Party and holding various governmental positions. He is known for his approachable style and has been active in promoting national unity and social issues during his time in office.