Charles Saatchi

Charles Saatchi (/ˈsɑːtʃiː/; (Arabic: تشارلز ساعتجي‎) born 9 June 1943) is a British businessman and the co-founder with his brother Maurice of advertising agency Saatchi & Saatchi. The brothers led the business – the world's largest advertising agency in the 1980s – until they were forced out in 1995. In the same year, the brothers formed a new agency called M&C Saatchi. Charles is also known for his vast art collection and for owning Saatchi Gallery, and in particular for his sponsorship of the Young British Artists (YBAs), including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin.

Personal facts

Birth dateJune 09, 1943
Birth place
Baghdad , Kingdom of Iraq
Religion
Judaism
Education
London College of Communication
Known for
Saatchi & Saatchi
Saatchi Gallery

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