Nigel Farage Biography: Awards, Net Worth, Height, Children, Books, Age, Parents, Siblings, Movies, Wife

Nigel Farage is a British politician and broadcaster best known for his leadership of the UK Independence Party (UKIP) and his pivotal role in advocating for the United Kingdom’s exit from the European Union, commonly known as Brexit.

He gained widespread attention for his direct, aggressive style and public debates in the UK and the European Parliament, where he served as a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) for 21 years.

Farage co-founded the Brexit Party in 2019, later becoming Reform UK, solidifying his status as a significant figure in British politics.

Profile

•   Full name: Nigel Paul Farage
•   Date of birth: April 3, 1964  
•   Age: 60 years old
•   Gender: Male  
•   Place of birth: Farnborough, Kent, England
•   Nationality: British  
•   Profession: Politician, broadcaster  
•   Height: 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm)  
•   Parents: Guy Justus Oscar Farage (father), Barbara Stevens (mother)  
•   Siblings: N/A  
•   Spouse: Kirsten Mehr Farage
•   Children: Samuel Farage, Thomas Farage, Victoria Farage, Isabelle Farage  
•   Relationship status: Married (as of 2024)  
•   Religion: Christian (Church of England)  
•   Ethnicity: English  
•   Net worth: $6 million

Early Life and Education

Nigel Farage, now 60, was born on April 3, 1964, in Farnborough, Kent, England. His father, Guy Farage, was a successful stockbroker, and he grew up in a family deeply connected to finance.

Nigel attended Dulwich College, a prestigious private school in London. However, unlike many of his political contemporaries, Farage chose not to attend university, opting instead to begin a career in the City of London as a commodities trader at the age of 18.

His early years were heavily influenced by conservative politics. He initially supported the Conservative Party before breaking away due to his strong opposition to European integration. He would later become one of the most prominent voices advocating for the UK’s exit from the European Union.

Personal Life

Nigel Farage has been married twice. His first marriage was to Irish nurse Gráinne Hayes in 1988, with whom he had two sons, Samuel and Thomas Farage.

The couple divorced in 1997. In 1999, Farage married German national Kirsten Mehr, and together they have two daughters, Victoria and Isabelle Farage.

His marriages have occasionally made headlines due to his high-profile political life, but Farage has generally kept his family life private. Farage has faced significant health challenges, including a near-fatal plane crash in 2010 during an election stunt, which left him with injuries.

Career

Nigel Farage began his career in the financial sector as a commodities trader in the 1980s. However, his passion for politics led him to become a founding member of the UK Independence Party (UKIP) in 1993.

Under his leadership, UKIP evolved from a fringe party into a significant force in British politics, mainly focusing on Euroscepticism and national sovereignty. Farage’s leadership of UKIP saw the party’s influence grow, especially during the European elections 2014, where UKIP achieved significant success.

Farage was a key figure in the Brexit referendum of 2016, advocating for the UK to leave the European Union. After the Brexit referendum, Farage resigned as UKIP’s leader and co-founded the Brexit Party in 2019, rebranded as Reform UK in 2021.

Alongside his political career, Farage became a broadcaster, hosting shows on LBC Radio and GB News, where he discussed politics and current affairs. His career remains controversial, mainly due to his rhetoric on immigration and European politics.

Awards

•   NME Award for Villain of the Year (2014)  
•   Ranked second in The Daily Telegraph’s Top 100 Most Influential Right-wingers (2013)  
•   Briton of the Year by The Times (2014)

Net Worth

Nigel Farage’s estimated net worth is $6 million. His wealth primarily stems from his long career as a politician and broadcaster and his role as a prominent Eurosceptic campaigner.

Farage has capitalized on his media presence, becoming a regular commentator on political issues, further boosting his financial standing.

Controversy

Nigel Farage has been a controversial figure throughout his political career, often due to his strong opinions and divisive rhetoric. One of his most infamous moments was in 2014 when he stated that he felt “uncomfortable” with people speaking foreign languages on trains, a remark that led to widespread accusations of xenophobia.

Farage has also been criticized for his comments on HIV-positive individuals, suggesting that people with HIV should be barred from entering the UK, a stance that drew significant backlash from public health officials and human rights groups.

Another significant controversy involved his role in the Brexit referendum. While many credit Farage with playing a decisive role in the UK’s decision to leave the European Union, he has also been accused of misleading the public, particularly regarding claims about NHS funding prominently displayed on campaign buses.

Farage’s association with Donald Trump, whom he supported during the 2016 US presidential election, has attracted further controversy, particularly for his alignment with populist and nationalist policies.

In 2023, Farage made headlines again with a scandal involving Coutts Bank, which allegedly closed his accounts due to his political views. This sparked a major public debate on “de-banking” and led to significant political fallout, including the resignation of the CEO of NatWest, Coutts’s parent company.

Social Media

•   Instagram: @nigel_farage_official  
•   Twitter: @Nigel_Farage

Books

•    Fighting Bull (2011)  
•    The Purple Revolution: The Year That Changed Everything (2015)