Trivia

Prime minister of Israel (2001-2006)

Held the following positions in Israeli Government: Minister of Agriculture (1977-1981), Minister of Defense (1981-1983), Minister of Industry & Trade (1984-1990), Minister of Housing & Construction (1990-1992), Minister of Infrastructure (1996-1999), Minister of Foreign Affairs (1998-1999) & Minister without portfolio (1983-1984).

After the death of his first wife Margalit, Sharon married her sister Lili.

Lost his son Gur (b. 27 December 1956, from his first wife, Margalit) in a shooting accident on 4 October 1967.

Pictured on a 2.10s Israel postage stamp issued 27 January 2015..

Surname pronounced "Shar-rone" (first syllable rhymes with 'Car').