Pierre Vogel facts for kids
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| Real name | Pierre Vogel |
| Height | 6 ft. 0 in. (183 cm) |
| Nationality |  German |
| Born | July 20, 1978 Frechen, North Rhine-Westphalia, West Germany |
| Stance | ? |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 7 |
| Wins | 6 |
| Wins by KO | 2 |
| Losses | 0 |
| Draws | 1 |
Pierre Vogel (born July 20, 1978), also known as Abu Hamza (Arabic: أبو حمزة) is a German Islamic preacher and a former professional boxer.
Early life and boxing career
Vogel was born in Frechen. He turned professional at the age of 22, fighting briefly (for two years) as a cruiserweight for the Sauerland club and was undefeated in seven bouts.
Religion
Vogel converted to Islam in 2001 and shortly thereafter began courses in Islamic studies in Germany, and then studied in Medina.
He is considered to be one of the most influential Muslims in Germany.
Private life
Vogel is married to a Muslim Moroccan woman and father of three children.
Media perception
He has been described in one German report as a "radical Muslim", while Matthias Matussek, author and commentator for Der Spiegel, described him as representative of the "dark Nazi variant" of Islam in Germany.
When he appeared at a Muslim meeting in Dillingen, Saarland, 25 April 2010, he said that polygamy is legitimate due to the fact that there are more women than men in Germany.
..... The video's creator deleted it after a legal challenge from the victim.
See also
In Spanish: Pierre Vogel para niños
