Anthony James Leon is a South African politician best known for playing Author for the book On the Contrary.
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Best Known For:The book On the Contrary
Breakthrough:Became the Leader of the Opposition in the South African Parliament in 1999
10 Quick Facts About Anthony James Leon
- Full Name: Anthony James Leon
- Nationality: South African
- Profession: Politician
- Known For: the book On the Contrary
- Current Role: Executive Chairman
- Current Employer:Resolve Communications
- Age: 69 years old
- Date of Birth: December 15, 1956
- Place of Birth: Durban
- Marital Status: Married
Anthony James Leon Age
Anthony James Leon is about 70 years old as of 2026. Anthony James Leon was born in 1956.
Education
He attended University of the Witwatersrand, where he earned a BA LLB in Law.
- University of the Witwatersrand
- Qualification: BA LLB
- Field of Study: Law
Career & Work
Anthony James Leon's career includes public service roles with Government of South Africa and Democratic Alliance.
Organization: Government of South Africa
Role: Ambassador to Argentina
Period: 2009–2012
Details: Buenos Aires
Organization: Democratic Alliance
Role: Leader of the Opposition
Period: 1999–2007
Details: Cape Town
Rise to Fame
Anthony James Leon rose to prominence for his role for the book On the Contrary.
Notable Works
Notable works include On the Contrary.
Book
- Book: On the Contrary (Author, 2008) — Autobiography
Anthony James Leon Family & Relationships
Anthony James Leon is married to Michal Leon. He has 1 sibling, including Peter Leon.
- Father: Ramon Leon
- Mother: Sheila Leon
- Siblings:
- Peter Leon
Personal Information
- Full Name: Anthony James Leon
- Popular As: Tony Leon
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Politician
- Nationality: South African
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: December 15, 1956
- Age: 69
- Birthday: December 15
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
- Place of Birth: Durban
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Father: Ramon Leon
- Mother: Sheila Leon
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Michal Leon
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Michal Leon (Spouse • Wife)
Online Presence
- X (Twitter):https://twitter.com/tonyleonza
