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Born on December 28, 1955, in Changchun, China, he gained international recognition for his efforts to promote democracy and human rights in China. Liu's activism led to multiple arrests and imprisonments by the Chinese government. In the 1980s, Liu became involved in the Chinese democracy movement and played a crucial role in the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests, where he became known for his advocacy for democratic reform. Following the crackdown on the protests, Liu was arrested and later sentenced to two years in prison. Throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, Liu continued to speak out against the Chinese government's authoritarian regime, advocating for political freedom and social justice. He co-authored Charter 08, a manifesto calling for democratic reforms and human rights protections, which led to his arrest in 2008. The following year, Liu was convicted of "inciting subversion of state power" and sentenced to 11 years in prison. His imprisonment received widespread international attention and drew criticism from human rights organizations and governments worldwide. In 2010, Liu was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his long-standing and non-violent struggle for fundamental human rights in China. However, he was unable to attend the ceremony as he was still in prison. Liu Xiaobo's health deteriorated while in custody, and he was diagnosed with late-stage liver cancer in 2017. Despite appeals by international figures, including the United Nations, Liu was denied permission to seek medical treatment abroad. He passed away on July 13, 2017, at the age of 61 due to multiple organ failure. Liu Xiaobo's life and activism continue to inspire individuals around the world, and he remains a symbol of the struggle for human rights and freedom of expression in China. His legacy serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by dissidents and activists fighting for democracy and justice in authoritarian regimes.