Discover the defining moments in the early life of Cristiano Ronaldo. From birth to education, explore key events.
Cristiano Ronaldo, often nicknamed CR7, is a Portuguese professional footballer renowned as one of the greatest players of all time. Currently playing for Al Nassr and captaining the Portugal national team, he's celebrated for his exceptional goal-scoring ability and overall skill. His accomplishments include five Ballon d'Or awards, multiple UEFA Men's Player of the Year Awards, and numerous league titles, including five UEFA Champions League titles. Ronaldo holds records for most goals and assists in the Champions League and European Championship, as well as most international appearances and goals. He is the all-time leading goalscorer in football, having scored over 900 career goals.
February 1985: Cristiano Ronaldo's Birth
In February 1985, Cristiano Ronaldo was born as Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal.
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February 1985: Cristiano Ronaldo's Birth
In February 1985, Cristiano Ronaldo was born in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, the fourth and youngest child of Maria Dolores dos Santos Viveiros Aveiro and José Dinis Aveiro.
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1992: Plays for Andorinha
From 1992, Cristiano Ronaldo played for Andorinha until 1995, where his father was the kit man.
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1995: Plays for Andorinha
Cristiano Ronaldo played for Andorinha until 1995, where his father was the kit man.
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September 2005: Death of Ronaldo's Father
In September 2005, Ronaldo's father, José, passed away at the age of 52 due to complications from alcoholism-related liver disease.
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2006: Ronaldo Opens CR7 Fashion Boutique
In 2006, Ronaldo opened a fashion boutique under the name CR7 on the island of Madeira.
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2007: Ronaldo's Autobiography Published
In 2007, Ronaldo's autobiography, titled Moments, was published.
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July 2008: Libel Damages Received
In July 2008, Ronaldo received libel damages in response to a Daily Mirror article that falsely reported him drinking heavily in a nightclub while recovering from an injury.
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2008: Ronaldo Opens Second CR7 Boutique
In 2008, Ronaldo opened a second CR7 fashion boutique in Lisbon.
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June 2010: Ronaldo Becomes a Father
On 17 June 2010, Ronaldo's first son was born in the United States; he has full custody and has not revealed the mother's identity.
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December 2011: Ronaldo Launches iPhone Game
In December 2011, Ronaldo launched an iPhone game called Heads Up with Cristiano, created by developer RockLive.
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November 2013: Ronaldo Launches Underwear and Sock Line
In November 2013, Ronaldo co-designed a range of underwear and sock line with JBS Textile Group and Richard Chai.
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December 2013: Ronaldo Launches Social Networking Website and App
In December 2013, Ronaldo launched Viva Ronaldo, a dedicated social networking website and app.
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July 2014: Ronaldo Expands CR7 Fashion Brand
In July 2014, Ronaldo expanded his CR7 fashion brand by launching a line of premium shirts and shoes.
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January 2015: Ronaldo Ends Relationship with Irina Shayk
In January 2015, Ronaldo's five-year relationship with Russian model Irina Shayk ended.
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September 2015: Ronaldo Releases "Legacy" Fragrance
In September 2015, Ronaldo released his own fragrance, "Legacy", in partnership with Eden Parfums.
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June 2017: Ronaldo Becomes Father to Twins
On 8 June 2017, Ronaldo became a father to twins, born in the United States via surrogacy.
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November 2017: Birth of Ronaldo's Daughter
On 12 November 2017, Ronaldo's partner Georgina Rodríguez gave birth to a daughter.
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2021: Dolores Aveiro interview
In 2021, Cristiano Ronaldo's mother, Dolores Aveiro, stated in an interview that her son would be a bricklayer if he had not become a professional football player.
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2022: Death of Ronaldo's Male Twin During Childbirth
In 2022, one of the twins Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez were expecting died during childbirth; the female twin survived.
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January 2023: Ronaldo's Move to Saudi Arabia and Cohabitation Exception
In January 2023, after Ronaldo's transfer to Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, Saudi authorities made an exception to the law prohibiting unmarried couples from living together, allowing Ronaldo and his partner to cohabitate.
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October 2023: Ronaldo Invests in Medialivre
Since 26 October 2023, Cristiano Ronaldo, through Portuguese company Expressão Livre, is part of a group of investors that are the new owners of Medialivre (Correio da Manhã, Record and Jornal de Negócios publisher).
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