Early Life and Education of Jair Bolsonaro: A Complete Timeline
Discover the defining moments in the early life of Jair Bolsonaro. From birth to education, explore key events.
Jair Messias Bolsonaro is a Brazilian politician and former military officer who served as the 38th president of Brazil from 2019 to 2023. Prior to his presidency, he was a member of the Chamber of Deputies for nearly three decades, from 1991 to 2019. His political career has been marked by conservative and nationalist views.
2 hours ago : Jair Bolsonaro arrested after allegedly attempting to remove ankle monitor: Police
Jair Bolsonaro was arrested by the Federal Police after allegedly trying to remove his ankle monitor, according to Justice Moraes's decision. The arrest took place in Brasília.
March 1955: Jair Bolsonaro's birth
In March 1955, Jair Messias Bolsonaro was born. He later served as the 38th president of Brazil from 2019 to 2023.
March 1955: Bolsonaro's birth in Glicério, São Paulo
On March 21, 1955, Jair Messias Bolsonaro was born in Glicério, São Paulo, Brazil, to Percy Geraldo Bolsonaro and Olinda Bonturi.
1966: Family settled in Eldorado
In 1966, Bolsonaro's family settled in Eldorado, in the southern region of São Paulo state, where he grew up with his five siblings.
1973: Admission to Escola Preparatória de Cadetes do Exército
In 1973, Bolsonaro was admitted to the Escola Preparatória de Cadetes do Exército (the prep school of the Brazilian Army).
1977: Graduation as artillery officer
In 1977, Bolsonaro graduated from the Military Academy of Agulhas Negras as an artillery officer.
1977: Graduation from Military Academy
In 1977, Bolsonaro graduated from the Military Academy of Agulhas Negras.
1987: Study in the Officers Improvement School
In 1987, Bolsonaro studied in the Officers Improvement School, where he made the Artillery Advanced Course.
1988: The 1988 Brazilian Constitution
In 1988, the Brazilian Constitution did not allow independent politicians, as mentioned in the context of Bolsonaro's negotiation to enter a political party.
1995: Death of father, Percy Geraldo Bolsonaro
In 1995, Bolsonaro's father, Percy Geraldo Bolsonaro, passed away.
January 2016: Moderating Discourse on Gay People
In January 2016, Bolsonaro, as a pre-candidate to the Presidency of Brazil, began to moderate his discourse on gay people by publishing a video on his official YouTube channel.
2016: Bolsonaro Establishes Personal Motto
In 2016, Bolsonaro established his personal motto as John 8:32: "The truth will set you free".
2016: Baptized in the Jordan River
In 2016, Bolsonaro had himself baptized along with three of his sons in the Jordan River by a Pentecostal church.
September 2018: Bolsonaro Stabbed During Campaign
On September 6, 2018, while campaigning in Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais, Bolsonaro was stabbed in the abdomen. His son initially reported superficial wounds, but later disclosed the severity, including damage to the liver, lung, and intestine, leading to significant blood loss. The attack was widely condemned, and Bolsonaro was transferred to a hospital in São Paulo the following day.
October 2018: Statements on Gays
On 4 October 2018, Bolsonaro stated that he has nothing against gays and that he only fights against the "gay kit" in schools.
2018: Residence in Barra da Tijuca
In 2018, Bolsonaro and his wife lived in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro.
2018: Female support rises for Bolsonaro before election
Just before the 2018 election, it was reported that female support for Bolsonaro had risen to 27%.
January 2019: Bolsonaro Takes Office as President
In January 2019, Jair Bolsonaro took office as the 38th president of Brazil, succeeding Michel Temer, after winning the second round of the election with 55.13% of the votes.
January 2022: Death of mother, Olinda Bonturi Bolsonaro
On January 21, 2022, Bolsonaro's mother, Olinda Bonturi Bolsonaro, died at the age of 94.
March 2023: Bolsonaro returns to Brazil
In March 2023, Jair Bolsonaro returned to Brazil for the first time since his supporters stormed government buildings. He stated his intention to help his party and campaign for the 2024 elections.
2024: Release of "Apocalypse in the Tropics" documentary
In 2024, the documentary "Apocalypse in the Tropics" was released, depicting how evangelical pastor Silas Malafaia influenced Jair Bolsonaro, garnered support from Brazil's evangelical movement, and impacted the events leading to Bolsonaro's election loss and subsequent protests and insurrection.
September 16, 2025: Hospitalization and Diagnosis
On September 16, 2025, Bolsonaro's son was transported to a hospital in Brasília after reportedly feeling sick.
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