Nigel Farage is a British politician and former leader of the UK Independence Party (UKIP). He is best known for his strong advocacy for the United Kingdom's exit from the European Union, a movement commonly referred to as Brexit. Farage has been a prominent figure in British politics, often speaking on issues related to immigration and national sovereignty. Farage was born on April 3, 1964, in London. He worked in finance before entering politics and was elected as a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) in 1999. He has been a vocal critic of the EU and has played a significant role in shaping public opinion on Britain's relationship with Europe.