Silvio Berlusconi is an Italian politician, businessman, and media tycoon, born on September 29, 1936. He served as the Prime Minister of Italy in three different terms, first from 1994 to 1995, then from 2001 to 2006, and finally from 2008 to 2011. Berlusconi is known for his controversial leadership style and his influence in Italian politics. In addition to his political career, Berlusconi founded the media company Mediaset, which became one of Italy's largest broadcasting companies. He has faced numerous legal challenges and scandals throughout his career, including charges of tax fraud and corruption, which have shaped public perception of him in Italy and beyond.