Charlie Munger is a renowned investor and partner of Warren Buffett known for his sharp insights. He grew up in Nebraska, served in WWII, attended Harvard Law School and founded a successful law firm before joining Berkshire Hathaway in 1972. Munger attributes his career success to a lifelong love of continuous learning across many disciplines and placing high value on trustworthiness. He maintains a balanced lifestyle with a large family, philanthropic work, and a modest lifestyle despite his substantial wealth.