Mark Zuckerberg Facts (Facebook) – #50 Fun Facts

Mark Zuckerberg Facts – Biography

Mark Zuckerberg & Facebook – Coming Into Prominence

1. Mark Zuckerberg = Founder of Facebook

When Mark Elliot Zuckerberg is young, he begins writing software for fun.

His tutor believes him to be a prodigy.

When he is older, he founds Facebook, the world famous social networking site.

Now the CEO of Facebook Inc., Zuckerberg’s personal wealth is estimated to be US$9.4 billion as of 2012.

2. Facebook’s Birthplace

As most great inventions have a unique birthplace, Facebook is launched in Zuckerberg’s dorm room.

With his friends’ help, he spreads Facebook to other campuses.

As his invention’s success spreads, the group needs more space to operate.

They later move to a house in California.

3. Humble Beginning of Facebook

Facebook has a humble beginning.

Zuckerberg’s college roommate, Arie Hasit, says, “He built the site for fun.”

They have books called ‘Face Books’, which have the names and pictures of everyone living in the dorms.

On the site, males and females are compared and visitors are asked to rate, which one is ‘hotter’.

The college shuts down the site because the overwhelming usage of the site is too much for Harvard’s network.

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4. Mark’s Sister Falls Prey to the complications of Facebook Privacy Settings

Facebook’s privacy settings have been a bit of a hassle for many of its users.

Randi Zuckerberg, Mark’s older sister, falls prey to the complications of privacy settings on her Facebook account in 2012.

She has posted a private picture of her family on Facebook, which goes public in seconds and is found on Twitter, another social networking site, within minutes.

The issue is quickly resolved, but not before the picture goes viral.

5. Changes in Policy of Mark Zuckerberg’s Page

In the December of the year 2012, Facebook changes its policy for Mark Zuckerberg’s page.

An experiment is conducted in which the non-followers of Zuckerberg are given a chance to message him on his Facebook by paying a certain amount of money.

Facebook states the reason behind following such a policy is, “We are testing some extreme price points to see what works to filter spam”.

6. Facebook- Second Most Used Website in the U.S.

Facebook has become the most popular and widely used social networking site.

It is the second most used website in the U.S., with Google being the most used.

In 2009 after Michael Jackson dies, his page becomes the most ‘liked’ on Facebook, surpassing the previous most popular person on Facebook, U.S. President Barack Obama.

7. Facebook Users Reach 1 billion by 2012

By 2007, Facebook has turned Zuckerberg the prodigy into a young billionaire.

By 2010, Facebook has over 500 million users worldwide, and reaches 1 billion by 2012.

Previous Harvard classmates, the Winklevoss twins, claim that Zuckerberg has stolen their idea for the website.

The legal dispute is finally put to rest in 2011 with a US$65 million settlement.

Winklevoss twins

8. Mark Zuckerberg Efforts to Make Facebook as Perfect as He Can

As per the controversies that arises due to the privacy issues of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg is trying to make Facebook as perfect as he can.

For many people being the youngest millionaire and running the world’s best networking site is enough of success but for Zuckerberg, there is much more left to achieve.

He is developing new innovative ideas that he wishes to share with the world.

9. Difficult for Zuckerberg’s Non-Followers to Contact Him on Facebook

Previously, on the Facebook page of Mark Zuckerberg, people who are not his followers on Facebook can message him free of cost.

However, the problem with following such a policy is that the messages from his non-followers go into another folder instead of his main folder.

It is hard for his non-followers to contact him on Facebook.

10. Facebook’s New Feature Makes it Easy to Track Zuckerberg

The new feature of Facebook called ‘place’, makes it easy for the followers and friends of Zuckerberg to track him down.

As through this feature, he enables to update his location every time he wants to.

11. Reason for Creating a Social Networking Site

As per the bio section of Zuckerberg’s page, he writes, “I’m trying to make the world a more open place”.

This truly depicts his reason for creating a social networking site.

12. Criticism of Facebook by Google CEO Larry Page

Mark Zuckerberg admits that Facebook does not have a very cordial relationship with Google.

Google CEO Larry Page publicly criticizes Facebook, stating it has done “a really bad job” with its products.

“Our relationship with Google isn’t one where the companies really talk.

” Facebook and Apple on the other hand, seem to be working out their business relationship quite well.

“They’ve been a great partner for us so far and we’re really excited about doing more there and people enjoy the integration that we have with them.”

Mark Zuckerberg Controversies

13. Eduardo Saver in files a Case Against Zuckerberg

On several occasions in his career, this billionaire has to face controversies.

With big names, come bigger controversies as they say.

Eduardo Saverin holds a case against Zuckerberg and Facebook but this case is resolved out of court, as Facebook declares Eduardo as the cofounder of this website.

To seal the settlement, Eduardo signs a non-disclosure contract.

14. Pakistan Takes Action Against Facebook-2010

In the year 2010, Zuckerberg has to face another controversy.

Pakistan takes action against Facebook for violation of their religious figure in its contest named ‘draw Muhammad’.

They block Facebook in all around Pakistan but soon this dispute is solved as Zuckerberg orders to remove all such content from Facebook that hurt the feelings of Pakistanis.

15. Problems with Paul Cegile

He gets himself in a number of controversies and one such controversy arises because of Paul Cegile.

Paul Cegile claims that Zuckerberg has a contract with him in the year 2003 that includes the promise of giving Paul an initial payment of $1000 and an additional 50 percent of the total revenue generated by Facebook.

Facebook’s spokesperson declares this a complete fabrication and the case is resolved.

Mark Zuckerberg Family

16. Zuckerberg Marries Priscilla Chan

Before dropping out of Harvard, Zuckerberg meets Priscilla Chan at a fraternity party and the two begin dating in 2003.

In September 2010, Chan moves in with Zuckerberg at his California house.

After 9 years of dating, the couple finally gets married in 2012, at their California home.

To keep the event a secret, they tell outsiders that it is a graduation party for Chan.

17. Zuckerberg and his Wife go to Italy

After their marriage, Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan goon their honeymoon to Italy.

At first, this honeymoon is not what is expected from a billionaire couple, but the couple is seen enjoying their time together visiting different tourist spots, dining at places and going to other romantic areas of Italy.

18. Parents

Mark Zuckerberg’s parents do not retire from the work despite of the huge success of their son.

Before Mark Zuckerberg found Facebook, his parents run a dental business and they continue to run that business even after Facebook is launched and their son becomes a millionaire.

His family is estimated to have a fortune of 17.5 billion dollars, but despite of this none of his family members gives up work.

19. Has the Same old Family Home Even After Facebook Success

Zuckerberg’s family house has not changed much even after the success of Facebook.

He has the same old family home that has a small kitchen area, a limited amount of furniture but a good TV lounge with luxurious theatre seats.

Mark Zuckerberg Property

20. Zuckerberg’s House is Worth US$ 5.95 million

Zuckerberg’s house in Palo Alto, California is worth US$ 5.95 million.

He pays practically nothing for living there.

He recently refinanced his house with an adjustable loan starting at 1.05%.

His bank, First Republic, offers him this unique rate because of his well secured assets.

There certainly are perks of being the 40th richest person in the world.

21. Owns Private Jets

This young billionaire owns private jets as well.

Facebook has allowed the use of private jets for its CEO and COO for work, but Zuckerberg uses private jets with efficient security systems installed in them for his personal use as well.

As per the recent SEC filing, Zuckerberg has spent a large sum of money on private jets, around $70,000.

22. Owns a Number of Luxurious Cars

One of the youngest millionaires, Mark Zuckerberg, owns a number of luxurious cars such as his Acura TSX.

His car is fully loaded with lavish features such as automatic climate control device, satellite radio, high quality leather interior and a seven-speaker sound system.

Mark Zuckerberg Personal Interests

23. Likes to Spend Time on His Computer

Zuckerberg spends most of his time on his computer.

Zuckerberg does not own a television and does not plan on owning one.

He does enjoy spending time outdoors with his dog, playing tennis, or practicing his fencing.

In high school, he is quite the fencing champion.

24. Favorite Hoodie

Zuckerberghas been seen spotted a wide range of signature hoodies to many formal events and business conferences.

His favorite hoodie among his collection is the one in which the company mission statement is printed on the inner side.

The statement says, “To make the world more open and connected”.

25. Fond of Pets

Zuckerberg is also fond of keeping pets and has a pet dog ‘beast’.

This dog is from Hungarian Sheepdog breed.

Before moving in with Zuckerberg in Palo Alto, ‘beast’ lives in Oregon.

26. No Interests in Books

On his Facebook page, Zuckerberg lists his interests as Revolutions, Minimalism and Eliminating Desire.

This billionaire has not shown his interest in books on his Facebook page as no other book name is mentioned on his page except the “Ender’s Game”.

Mark Zuckerberg Charity

27. Donates US$ 100 million to Newark Public Schools

In 2010, close to the time when his movie is to be released, he donates US$ 100 million to Newark Public Schools in New Jersey.

He is criticized for this move, as people think he is doing it as a publicity stunt.

In reality, he knows this is going to happen and so, wants to donate the money anonymously.

It is after the mayor and governor of Newark and New Jersey insist that he announce his donation, that he makes it public.

28. Signs the “Giving Pledge”

Zuckerberg is certainly not worried about his financial future.

In 2010, along with Bill gates and Warren Buffet, he signs the “Giving Pledge”.

The pledge means that they promise to donate 50% or more of their wealth to charity over the course of their lifetime.

29. Charity Work for Children’s Education

He has done charity work for education on several occasions but he himself does not have any kids until now.

Mark Zuckerberg Accolades

30. Appears on the List of 100 Wealthiest and Most Influential People in the World

In 2010, Zuckerberg’s name makes the 100 wealthiest and most influential people in the world list by Time magazine.

As he gains popularity, his story becomes an increasingly attractive idea for a film.

In 2010, a fictionalized version of Zuckerberg’s life is made into a movie, The Social Network.

Zuckerberg does not like how he is depicted in the film.

31. Forbes Lists Zuckerberg as the 14th Richest Man in the World

For most people, getting into Harvard can be the chance of a lifetime.

Thus, one finds it highly unlikely to want to drop out.

Not in Zuckerberg’s case.

He drops out of Harvard in his sophomore year to complete his project.

His genius still enables him to be listed as the 14th richest man in the world, according to Forbes.

32. Mark Zuckerberg and His Wife Rank #2 on the Philanthropy List of 2012

According to the Chronicle of Philanthropy, Mark Zuckerberg and his wife rank #2 on the philanthropy list of 2012 with a net worth of US$ 9.4 billion.

They donate 18 million Facebook shares worth US$ 498.9 million to the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, which funds health and education programs.

Mark Zuckerberg Inspirational

33. Has Positive Attitude Towards his Work

Mark Zuckerberg is a person with a very positive attitude towards his work.

He has been quoted as saying, “Find that thing you are super passionate about.

A lot of the founding principles of Facebook are that if people have access to more information and are more connected, it will make the world better; people will have more understanding, more empathy.

That is the guiding principle for me.

On hard days, I really just step back, and that’s the thing that keeps me going.”

34. A Very Hard Worker

He is certainly a very hard worker and he aims at maximizing the amount of work he can do each day, yet making his everyday more worthy.

He is quoted to have said, “The question I ask myself like almost every day is, ‘Am I doing the most important thing I could be doing?’… Unless I feel like I am working on the most important problem that I can help with, then I am not going to feel good about how I am spending my time.

And that’s what this company is.”

35. Zuckerberg’s Way of Balancing Work and Personal Life

Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla have made an agreement with one another about how to balance work and personal life.

Being quite specific, Chan has asked that she and Zuckerberg spend a minimum of 100 minutes together in one week, as well as one date night per week.

The couple must also go on a two-week vacation each year.

36. Inspirational Quotation by Zuckerberg

This young millionaire has inspired many people out there.

His quotes such as, “I think a simple rule of business is, if you do the things that are easier first, then you can actually make a lot of progress” have helped people in setting goals for themselves.

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37. Zuckerberg’s Challenges Himself

In 2011, Zuckerberg challenges himself to only eat meat that he kills.

He states that he wants to be closer to the food that he eats.

This challenge is one of the many Zuckerberg has been setting for himself every year.

In 2009, he has to wear a tie every morning.

In 2010, he studies Mandarin each day.

In 2012, he decides to spend time programming every day.

38. Why the Facebook Interface is Blue in Color

In an interview on a late night Russian television show, Zuckerberg explains why the Facebook interface is mainly blue.

He is red-green colorblind and blue is the color that he sees best.

Needless to say, the blue color of Facebook is easy on everyone’s eyes.

39. Zuckerberg’s Dressing Sense

The young billionaire tends to dress comfortably everywhere he goes.

He wears rubber sandals to board meetings.

Of course, he cannot fire himself, so he gets away with it.

His flattering sense of fashion is well known, with his favorite outfit being a Hoodie with jeans and sneakers.

‘I mean, I wear the same thing every day, right?’ says Zuckerberg, admitting to owning 20 of the same gray T-shirts he is seen in the most often.

40. Designs his Wife’s Wedding Ring

Zuckerberg does not just design software.

He designs his wife’s wedding ring, a ruby with two small diamonds on either side.

It is said to be valued at US$ 25, 000 and Zuckerberg has been criticized for opting for such a ‘cheap’ wedding ring.

The Daily Mail newspaper says the ring is not something one would expect from a billionaire.

41. Shares his Neighborhood with Steve Young

His home in Palo Alto, California is located in the Santa Clara County that is about ten minutes drive from the future headquarters of Facebook, as they are planning to set up a new headquarter in Menlo Park.

He shares this neighborhood with Steve Young, who is another young billionaire.

42. Celebrates Christmas in the Hawaiian Islands

Mark Zuckerberg along with his wife, Priscilla Chang, is spotted celebrating the Christmas of 2012 in the Hawaiian Islands.

The couple enjoys their holiday by getting themselves involved in activities such as surfing.

They spend their vacation relaxing on the beach, enjoying sun tanning and swimming.

43. The Romantic Couple is seen Enjoying their Honeymoon

When Zuckerberg is on honeymoon with his wife, some people photograph them while they are on their tour of Chapel, Vatican.

People see them having dinner in Rome at the Kosher restaurant.

On another occasion, the romantic couple is photographed while enjoying the tour of the Amalfi Coast.

44. Journey to Vietnam

According to the reports, Zukerberg along with his wife and few close friends go to Vietnam.

They travel to Vietnam in a private helicopter and the cost of the total journey is approximately $6,000.

Despite the fact, that in Vietnam, which is a communist country and there is ban on Facebook, the country wholeheartedly welcomes the CEO of Facebook and his wife.

45. Known for Introducing Something New Everytime

Mark Zuckerberg manages to grab the attention of people by introducing something new every time.

He is able to generate a lot of news by creating a Facebook page for his dog ‘beast’.

This page is a huge success and it manages to get over 42,000 likes by people all over the globe.

On this page, he lists the characteristics of his dog such as loving and loves to eat and cuddle.

46. Keeps His Personal Life Private

Mark Zuckerberg is not very open about his personal life.

He prefers to keep his private life away from his work.

He does not even like to make public appearances and avoids interviews.

It has been reported that on the Computer History Museum event, a person goes to Zuckerberg and asks, “You don’t like doing these kinds of events very much, do you?” and to this Zuckerberg replied’ “No”.

47. Zuckerberg’s Facebook Profile – A Complete Insight to His Personality

His Facebook profile provides a good insight to Zuckerberg’s personality and interests.

He has mentioned that he likes listening to music; Shakira is among one of his favorite singers.

Others include Green Day, Daft Punk and John Mayer.

48. Personalities Zuckerberg has Liked on Facebook

The people he has liked on his Facebook include Ron Conway, who is Silicon Valley’s godfather, apart from him; he likes Chris Christie and Cory Booker, the Governor of New Jersey.

49. Zuckerberg’s Wifeis a Science Teacher Before Joining Facebook

Before joining Facebook, his wife works in San Jose at Harker School.

She is a science teacher there but soon she is offered work at Facebook with Zuckerberg.

50. Zuckerberg’s Views About His Portrayal in the Movie “Social Network”

Although Mark Zuckerberg is not satisfied with the way he is portrayed in the movie, “Social Network” he says, “I believe that over time, people are remembered for what they build, and if you build something great, people don’t care about what someone says about you in a movie… they care about what you build.”

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