Saif al-Islam Gaddafi Age, Wiki and Bio

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi

Quick Info

ProfessionEngineer, Diplomat, Painter, Philanthropist, Soldier
NationalityLibyan
Date of Birth25/06/1972
Age53 years (died on 03, Feb, 2026)
BirthplaceTripoli, Libya
Date of Death03/02/2026

Bio/Wiki

Full NameSaif al-Islam Muammar al-Gaddafi
Other NameAl-Gaddafi
Known ForBeing son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColorLight Brown
Hair ColorBald

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University
  • University of Tripoli (UOT), Tripoli
  • Imadec Executive Education, Vienna
  • London School of Economics, London
Degrees
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering science (1994) from University of Tripoli
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Imadec Executive Education
  • Doctor of Philosophy (2008) from London School of Economics

Personal Life

ReligionIslam
Zodiac SignCancer
HometownTripoli, Libya
Marital StatusUnmarried
Affair/GirlfriendOrly Weinerman (2005-2011)

Family

FatherMuammar Gaddafi (deceased)
MotherSafia Farkash
Siblings
  • 5 brothers: Al-Saadi Gaddafi, Mutassim Gaddafi (deceased), Hannibal Muammar Gaddafi, Saif al-Arab Gaddafi (deceased), Khamis Gaddafi (deceased)
  • 1 sister: Ayesha Gaddafi
  • 1 half-brother: Muhammad Gaddafi

Career

Overview
  • Saif al-Islam was prominent in Libya's political scene as the likely successor to his father, but he never held an official position.
  • He played a crucial diplomatic role, mediating in international affairs and promoting reform.
  • After pursuing an education in engineering and business, he shifted to political and charitable endeavors.
Key Events
  • In 1998, he founded the Gaddafi International Foundation for Charity Associations.
  • In 2002, he contributed to Libya's weapons of mass destruction program and improved relations with the West.
  • By 2011, he faced charges from the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity for his actions during the civil war.
Later Life
  • Saif al-Islam attempted to reposition himself in the political landscape after his release in 2017.
  • He announced intentions to run for the presidency in 2026 but was disqualified.

Some Lesser Known Facts

Saif al-Islam was the second son of Muammar Gaddafi and was heavily involved in charity work and international diplomacy.
He had previously held a pet white tiger and was passionate about painting.
In the early 2000s, he organized Libya's arts exhibitions and engaged in international negotiations for compensation agreements.