Across the world, a lack of experience is no barrier to political victory
Generally speaking, a prerequisite for becoming a world leader is political experience. But not always.
Over the years, presidents, prime ministers and legislators have come from all walks of life. In their previous careers some were musicians, athletes or celebrities - even comedians.
Take former Haitian President Michel Martelly (also known by his stage name Sweet Micky). For more than a decade, Martelly was a successful singer before becoming president in 2011.
Certainly plenty of thespians have made the leap into politics: esteemed British actress Glenda
