Early Life and Education of Luigi Mangione: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Luigi Mangione. From birth to education, explore key events.

Luigi Nicholas Mangione is an American man identified as the primary suspect in the murder of Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare.

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May 6, 1998: Luigi Mangione Born

On May 6, 1998, Luigi Nicholas Mangione was born. He is now known as the suspect in the killing of Brian Thompson.

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May 2016: UI Programming Internship with Firaxis Games

In May 2016, Luigi Mangione began a UI programming internship with Firaxis Games.

August 2017: End of Internship at Firaxis Games

In August 2017, Luigi Mangione completed his UI programming internship at Firaxis Games, where he worked on the video game Civilization VI.

2020: Graduation from the University of Pennsylvania

In 2020, Luigi Mangione graduated cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) in computer engineering and a Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) in computer and information science.

June 2022: End of Residence at Surfbreak in Honolulu

In June 2022, Luigi Mangione ended his residence at Surfbreak, a co-living space located in Honolulu, Hawaii, where he had been living since January.

July 2023: Spinal Fusion Surgery

In July 2023, Luigi Mangione reportedly underwent a spinal fusion surgery, which he wrote on social media went well, after experiencing worsening back pain.

November 18, 2024: Reported Missing to Police

On November 18, 2024, Luigi Mangione's mother reported him missing to the San Francisco Police Department, stating that the family had not heard from him since July 2024.

December 4, 2024: Brian Thompson Killed; Mangione Suspected

On December 4, 2024, Brian Thompson was shot to death in New York City. Luigi Mangione was identified as the suspect, leading to a nationwide manhunt.

December 4, 2024: Brian Thompson Killed in Manhattan

On December 4, 2024, Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot and killed in Midtown Manhattan. The shooting occurred outside the New York Hilton Midtown hotel.

December 9, 2024: Mangione Arrested in Altoona

On December 9, 2024, Luigi Mangione was arrested by local police at a McDonald's restaurant in Altoona, Pennsylvania, after being recognized as the suspect in Brian Thompson's killing.

December 2024: Public Opinion and Health Insurance

In December 2024, a NORC at the University of Chicago poll found that a majority of American adults believe that health insurance company denials for health care coverage and/or profits made by those companies share a moderate amount or a great deal of responsibility for Thompson's death.

December 17, 2024: Mangione Indicted on Eleven New York State Charges

On December 17, 2024, Luigi Mangione was indicted on eleven New York state charges by the Manhattan district attorney's office in connection to the killing of Brian Thompson.

December 19, 2024: Mangione Extradited to New York City

On December 19, 2024, Luigi Mangione was extradited to New York City and charged with four federal crimes related to the murder of Brian Thompson.

January 30, 2025: Executive Order Signed Regarding the Death Penalty

On January 30, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order requiring the death penalty to be used wherever possible, which has implications for Mangione's case.

February 14, 2025: Website Launched by Defense Team

On February 14, 2025, Luigi Mangione's New York defense team launched a website to provide updates on his prosecutions, citing overwhelming support and inquiries.

February 2025: Mangione's Fashion Choices Go Viral

After his February 2025 court appearance, photographs of Luigi Mangione's shackled bare ankles in brown loafers went viral, with searches for "luigi mangione loafers" and "luigi mangione ankles" spiking significantly on Google.

March 2025: GiveSendGo Fundraiser Raises Over $720,000

As of March 2025, a GiveSendGo fundraiser created to support Luigi Mangione has raised more than US$720,000, with donors citing the politicization of the case and frustrations with the healthcare system as reasons for their donations.