Jacob Rees-Mogg is a vocal supporter of Brexit and has held various positions in government, including Leader of the House of Commons and Speaker of the Council.
He is known for his traditional and sometimes controversial views on social and political issues, making him a polarizing figure in British politics.
Despite this, he remained a prominent and influential figure in the Conservative Party and British politics.
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- Full name: Jacob Rees-Mogg
- Stage name: Jacob Rees-Mogg
- Date of birth: May 24, 1969
- Age: 54 years old
- Place of birth: Hammersmith, London, UK
- Nationality: UK
- Occupation: politician and former investment banker.
- Height: 1.88m
- Parents: William Rees-Mogg and Gillian Morris Rees-Mogg
- Siblings: Annunziata Rees-Mogg
- Spouse: Helena de Chair
- Children: 6
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: £100 million
Early life and education
Jacob Rees-Mogg is a British politician and former investment banker. He was born on 24 May 1969 in Hammersmith, London, United Kingdom and was raised by his parents, William Rees-Mogg and Gillian Morris.
He grew up with a sibling, Annunziata Rees-Mogg, and was educated at Westminster Lower School, Eton College and Trinity College, Oxford. At Oxford he studied history and was president of the Oxford University Conservative Association.
Career
Rees-Mogg’s experience in the finance industry began when he worked for J Rothschild Investment Management under Nils Taube. He then moved to Hong Kong in 1993 to join Lloyd George Management, where he became close friends with Hong Kong Governor Chris Patten and often visited Government House.
After three years in Hong Kong, Rees-Mogg returned to London and managed several of the firm’s emerging markets funds. In 2003, he took charge of the newly established Lloyd George Emerging Markets Fund.
Despite founding Somerset Capital Management with hedge fund manager Crispin Odey in 2007, Rees-Mogg has stepped down as chief executive and now acts only as a partner.
In 2018, the company opened an investment fund in Dublin, citing Brexit as a potential risk factor. However, Rees-Mogg has stated that Brexit played no role in the decision to launch the fund and that he is no longer involved in making investment decisions.
Jacob Rees-Mogg has faced criticism for his vast wealth and the potential disconnect it can create between him and ordinary people. His estimated fortune of more than £100 million, plus his wife’s expected inheritance, has led to accusations that he cannot truly understand the struggles and concerns of people Normal.
In a 2019 interview, Rees-Mogg refused to address claims that he could earn £7m since the Brexit referendum. In July 2019, he resigned from his part-time position at Somerset Capital Management following his appointment as Leader of the House of Commons.
Social Media
- Instagram username:@jacob_rees_mogg
- Facebook manager: Jacob Rees-Mogg
Personal life
Rees-Mogg has been married to Helena de Chair since 2007. They met when they were young through a mutual relationship with Rees-Mogg’s sister.
Their engagement took place a year after they began dating, with Lady Juliet giving her blessing to the marriage. The couple had six children, forming a close-knit and loving family.
Net value
Rees-Mogg has faced much criticism for his huge fortune, estimated to be more than £100 million, plus his wife’s expected inheritance.
This led to accusations that he was out of touch with the lives and concerns of ordinary people. Despite this, Rees-Mogg maintained a prominent political role and was a vocal supporter of conservative policies.
