Birthdate: June 7, 1942

Sun Sign: Gemini

Birthplace: Qasr Abu Hadi

Died: October 20, 2011

A revolutionary, politician and political theorist, Muammar Gaddafi seized power in Libya from King Idris in a bloodless coup in 1969 and became its authoritarian dictator for more than 40 years. He initially gained popularity and support; however, later, his increased dominance, support for international terrorism, and human rights violation turned people against him. He was eventually overthrown.