(35) Jacqueline Kennedy

 

Jacqueline Lee Bouvier Kennedy Onassis
"Jackie Kennedy"

Birthdate

07/28/1929

Death date

05/19/1994

President

John F. Kennedy

Dates of service

01/20/1961-11/22/1963

Relationship to president

Spouse

Other Marriages 

Second marriage to Aristotle Onassis

 

Websites

JFK Library and Museum: Life of Jacqueline B. Kennedy

National First Ladies Library Biography of Jackie Kennedy 

Papers/letters collections

JFK Library: Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis Personal Papers

Historical sites

The Homes of Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Gravesite

Fascinating details

  • Although remaining aloof, Jackie Kennedy’s glamor and confidence piqued the nation’s interest, television aiding in elevating Jackie to celebrity status. 
  • She often missed social events to take care of her children.
  • Although she did not often comment on important issues, Jackie’s capability of doing so represented a new model of womanhood, one that allowed women to be both beautiful and intelligent.
  • Contributed to the expansion of the arts in the United States.
  • Oversaw the restoration of the White House to include restoring the White House’s original furnishings and opening a nursery school in the White House for her children and some children of the administration staff.
  • Listed as one of Gallup’s Most Admired Men and Women in years 1962-1966.
  • Five years after the death of President Kennedy, Jacqueline Kennedy generated controversy by marrying Aristotle Onassis, one of the richest businessmen in the world. 

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