Douglas Wilder
Politician

Douglas Wilder Net Worth

Douglas Wilder is a prominent Democratic politician who made history as the first African-American Governor of Virginia, serving from 1990 to 1994. He was born in Richmond, Virginia on January 17, 1931 and later returned to the city to serve as Mayor from 2005 to 2009.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day January 17, 1931
Birth Place Richmond, VA
Age 93 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Capricorn

💰 Net worth: $1.1 Million (2024)

About

Democratic Politician who served from 1990 to 1994 as the first African-American Governor of Virginia. From 2005-2009, he held office as Mayor of Richmond, Virginia.

Before Fame

He studied chemistry at Virginia Union University. He reached the rank of sergeant while fighting in the Korean War.

Trivia

During his tenure as Virginia Governor, he ordered state agencies and universities to pull out of their Investments in South Africa due to the country's controversial Apartheid policy.

Family Life

He was born in Richmond, Virginia to Beulah and Robert Wilder. His marriage to Eunice Montgomery ended in divorce.

Associated With

He and fellow Democrat Mark Warner both held the office of Governor of Virginia.

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