George Papadopoulos was born on August 19, 1987, in Chicago, Illinois. He grew up in a close-knit family with his parents Antonis and Kate, as well as his brother. From a young age, Papadopoulos showed an interest in politics and international affairs.
He attended DePaul University, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in political science in 2009. Papadopoulos continued his education by completing a master's degree in security studies at the University College London in 2010.
After completing his education, Papadopoulos began his career by working as an unpaid intern specializing in the eastern Mediterranean region at the prestigious Hudson Institute from 2011 to 2015. During this time, he gained valuable experience in foreign policy and national security.
In 2016, Papadopoulos joined Ben Carson's presidential campaign as a foreign policy advisor. Later that year, he was hired by Donald Trump's campaign team to serve as a foreign policy advisor. However, his time with the Trump campaign would be marred by controversy.
In 2017, Papadopoulos found himself at the center of a political firestorm when he was convicted of making false statements to the FBI during their investigation into Russian collusion with the Trump campaign in the 2016 presidential election. He was sentenced to two weeks in prison, serving his sentence from November to December 2018.
Despite his legal troubles, Papadopoulos found love and companionship with his wife, Simona, whom he married in March 2018. The couple has faced their challenges together and remain a strong unit.
Throughout his career, Papadopoulos has shown dedication and passion for his work in politics and foreign policy. While his legal troubles may have tarnished his reputation, he continues to strive for excellence in his professional endeavors.