Coretta Scott King
Civil Rights Leader

Coretta Scott King Net Worth

Coretta Scott King was a civil rights activist and the wife of Martin Luther King, Jr. Born in Heiberger, AL on April 27, 1927, she took on a leadership role in the struggle for racial equality after her husband's assassination. She was also an advocate for women's rights and LGBT rights.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day April 27, 1927
Birth Place Heiberger, AL
Age 93 YEARS OLD
Died On Jan 30, 2006 (age 78)
Birth Sign Taurus

💰 Net worth: $85 Million (2024)

Coretta Scott King, famously known as a prominent Civil Rights Leader in Alabama, is estimated to have a net worth of $85 million in 2024. Widely recognized for her tireless efforts in advocating for racial equality and justice, Coretta Scott King played a crucial role alongside her husband, Martin Luther King Jr., in the American Civil Rights Movement. Her legacy as a dedicated activist, author, and vocalist resonates profoundly, inspiring generations to strive for social change and equality. Despite her lasting impact on society, Coretta Scott King's substantial net worth underscores her success both as a civil rights leader and in other professional endeavors throughout her life.

About

Civil rights Activist and wife of Martin Luther King, Jr. After her husband's assassination, she took on a leadership role in the struggle for racial equality and also became active in the Women's Movement and the LGBT rights movement.

Before Fame

She graduated valedictorian from Lincoln Normal School, where she played trumpet and piano, and first gained notice when she became the first black person in her neighborhood to own a truck.

Trivia

She was honored after her death when she became the first African-American to lie in the Georgia State Capitol.

Family Life

She married Martin Luther King Jr. in 1953, and the couple had four children together, Bernice, Yolanda, Dexter and Martin III.

Associated With

President Jimmy Carter provided an oration during her funeral, which was held at the New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Lithonia, Georgia, where her husband's funeral was also held.

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