Guy Laliberté

Guy Laliberté is a Canadian entrepreneur and founder of Cirque du Soleil, a world-renowned entertainment company that revolutionized circus performances by blending acrobatics, theater, and music into a spectacular show format. Born in 1959 in Quebec, Laliberté started as a street performer before creating Cirque du Soleil in 1984. His innovative approach transformed the traditional circus into a high-art experience. Beyond entertainment, he is also known for his philanthropic work and for participating in a space mission to raise awareness for water issues worldwide, emphasizing his commitment to social and environmental causes.