Jacqueline Lee Bouvier Kennedy Onassis
- Born:
- July 28, 1929, Southampton, New York, USA
- Died:
- May 19, 1994, New York City, New York, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- First Lady of the United States, Writer, Editor, Preservationist
Early Life and Education
- Born to John Vernou Bouvier III and Janet Norton Lee.
- Attended Miss Porter's School and Vassar College.
- Studied at the Sorbonne in Paris for a year.
- Graduated from George Washington University with a B.A. in French Literature.
Career and Major Achievements
- Worked as an "Inquiring Photographer" for the Washington Times-Herald.
- Married John F. Kennedy in 1953.
- Served as First Lady of the United States from 1961 to 1963.
- Spearheaded a major restoration of the White House.
- Traveled extensively internationally, promoting American culture and diplomacy.
- Widowed by President Kennedy's assassination in 1963. The media coverage surrounding President Kennedy's death, including the sensitive topic of 'jacqueline kennedy death photos', placed her under intense scrutiny.
- Married Aristotle Onassis in 1968.
- Worked as a book editor at Viking Press and Doubleday.
Notable Works
- One Special Summer (1974, co-authored with her daughter, Caroline Kennedy)
- Authored several books and memoirs related to her life and experiences.
- Edited books such as Remembering Joseph P. Kennedy and The Earth in Bloom.
Legacy and Impact
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis remains an iconic figure, remembered for her style, grace, and dedication to cultural preservation. Her role as First Lady and her resilience following President Kennedy's assassination solidified her place in American history. Her contributions to literature and the arts further demonstrate her lasting impact.