Nicolae Ceaușescu was a Romanian political leader who served as the General Secretary of the Romanian Communist Party and was one of the most powerful figures in Romania during the Cold War era. Born on 26 January 1918 in Scornicești, Olt County, Romania, he rose through the ranks of the communist movement to become the country’s leader. Ceaușescu played a major role in shaping Romania’s domestic and foreign policies until his rule ended dramatically in December 1989. He died on 25 December 1989. His zodiac sign was Aquarius. Name: Nicolae Ceaușescu Known As: General Secretary of the Romanian Communist Party Date of Birth: 26 January 1918 Place of Birth: Scornicești, Olt County, Romania Date of Death: 25 December 1989 Nationality: Romanian Zodiac Sign: Aquarius Profession: Politician Military Personnel