Allan Aubrey Boesak is a South African politician best known for playing Author for the book Farewell to Innocence.
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Best Known For:The book Farewell to Innocence
Breakthrough:Elected President of the World Alliance of Reformed Churches in 1982
10 Quick Facts About Allan Aubrey Boesak
- Full Name: Allan Aubrey Boesak
- Nationality: South African
- Profession: Politician
- Known For: The book Farewell to Innocence
- Current Role: Professor
- Date of Birth: February 23, 1946
- Age: 80 years old
- Place of Birth: Kakamas, Northern Cape
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Elna Boesak
Allan Aubrey Boesak Age
Allan Aubrey Boesak is about 80 years old as of 2026. Allan Aubrey Boesak was born in 1946.
Education
His educational background includes studies at University of the Western Cape and Kampen Theological University.
- University of the Western Cape
- Kampen Theological University
- Qualification: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Field of Study: Theology
- Period: 1976
Career & Work
Allan Aubrey Boesak's career includes business leadership roles with World Alliance of Reformed Churches and United Democratic Front.
Organization: World Alliance of Reformed Churches
Role: President
Period: 1982–1991
Organization: United Democratic Front
Role: Co-founder
Period: 1983
Details: South Africa
Rise to Fame
Allan Aubrey Boesak rose to prominence for his role for the book Farewell to Innocence.
Notable Works
- Book: Farewell to Innocence (Author, 1976)
Allan Aubrey Boesak Family & Relationships
Allan Aubrey Boesak is married to Elna Boesak.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Allan Aubrey Boesak
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Politician
- Nationality: South African
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: February 23, 1946
- Age: 80
- Birthday: February 23
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Place of Birth: Kakamas, Northern Cape
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Elna Boesak
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Elna Boesak (Spouse)
- Desmond Tutu (Colleague • Anti-apartheid activist)
