Jaime Garzón
Jaime Hernando Garzón Forero (24 October 1960 – 13 August 1999) was a Colombian comedian, journalist, politician, and peace activist. He was popular on Colombian television during the 1990s for his unique political satire. In addition to his work on television, he also had roles as a peace negotiator in the release of FARC guerrillas' hostages. He was murdered in 1999 by right-wing paramilitary hitmen, with suspected support from members of the Colombian military and security services, according to testimonies of former paramilitaries commanders.
Jaime Garzón | |
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| Born | 24 October 1960 Bogotá, Colombia |
| Died | 13 August 1999 (aged 38) Bogotá, Colombia |
| Cause of death | Gunshot wounds |
| Education | Initial education in Seminarian Minor of Bogotá Universidad Nacional de Colombia (law, 1983) |
| Occupation(s) | Journalist, comedian, television producer, lawyer, peace activist |
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