Boris Johnson has resigned as the leader of the Tories and will step down as prime minister after holding onto power by the tips of his fingers for months.
He was forced out in the fallout of the Chris Pincher affair, which saw Mr Johnson's judgement questioned and two of his most senior allies resign at the same time.
But his career - defined by gaffes and scandals that would have undone many other politicians far earlier in their political life - was littered with highs and lows before the public turned against him.
His brand of confidence, gift of the gab and talent for a catchy slogan saw him not only survive politically, but thrive - fulfilling a role he had long thought his (according to his sister Rachel, the young Mr Johnson’s goal was to be “world king”).
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