Edi Rama

Politician, Artist, Writer

Albanian Tirana, Albania

Quick Info

ProfessionPolitician, Artist, Writer
NationalityAlbanian
Date of Birth04/07/1964
Age62 years
BirthplaceTirana, Albania

Latest News about Edi Rama

15/05/2025

Edi Rama received the Presidential Medal of Honor from Israel on May 15, 2025, during a ceremony in Tirana, recognizing his contributions to strengthening diplomatic ties between Albania and Israel. The award was presented by the Israeli President, highlighting Rama's role in fostering regional cooperation and combating antisemitism.

20/03/2025

On March 20, 2025, Edi Rama was awarded the Avicenna Award for his efforts in promoting cultural dialogue and interfaith understanding in the Balkans. The award ceremony, held in Paris, honored his long-standing commitment to peace and his work as a bridge between diverse communities in the region.

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Bio/Wiki

Birth NameEdvin Rama
Known forBeing the 33rd Prime Minister of Albania

Physical Stats & More

Height6' 7" (201 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorGrey

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolJordan Misja Artistic Lyceum, Tirana, Albania
College/UniversityAcademy of Arts in Tirana, Albania
Educational QualificationGraduation

Personal Life

ReligionAgnostic
Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date
First Marriage1986
Second Marriage2010

Family

FatherKristaq Rama (sculptor)
MotherAneta Koleka
SiblingsOlsi Rama (Albanian researcher, director of Partizani Tirana)
Spouse
  • Matilda Makoçi (actress) (m. 1986-div. 1991)
  • Linda Basha (Albanian economist) (m. 2010)
Children
  • Gregor Rama
  • Zaho Rama
  • Greg Rama
  • Rea Rama

Career

Political Journey
  • 10 October 2005: Chairman of the Socialist Party of Albania
  • 11 September 2013: 33rd Prime Minister of Albania
  • 1998-2000: Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports
  • 2000-2011: Mayor of Tirana (three terms)
Awards & Honours
  • World Mayor Award (2004)
  • European Hero Award (2005)
  • Global Innovator Award (2021)
  • Joan Ganz Cooney Global Leadership Award
  • Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) Global Leadership Award (2024)
  • Presidential Medal of Honor (Israel) (2025)
  • Avicenna Award (2025)
Political Actions
  • Elected Mayor of Tirana in 2000, focusing on urban renewal.
  • Led a successful campaign for parliamentary elections in 2013, emphasizing law reform and EU integration.
  • Implemented extensive governmental reforms and modernized various sectors during his premiership.

Favourites

Sports Teams
  • FK Partizani (Tirana)
  • Juventus

Style Quotient

Noted forWearing bright clothes and having a colorful style.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Edi Rama's father was a noted sculptor who created statues during the communist era.
2. He initially had ties with the communist government but later sought to support democratization.
3. Rama was a national basketball player during his teenage years.
4. He developed a passion for painting and was recognized for his talent by notable artists in Albania.
5. Rama was baptized as a Catholic but later identified as agnostic.
6. He faced an assassination attempt in 1997 due to his political criticisms.
7. Rama has a podcast called 'Flasim,' where he engages with notable guests.
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