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Ted Kennedy
American politician
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About Ted Kennedy
Ted Kennedy was an American politician who is noted to have had a long service time in the US senatorial seat, spanning for about 47 years, which was between 1962 till 2009. He was an active member of the Democratic Party and also a well-known member of the Kennedy political family tree.
He died in service as the second most senior member of the senate. Due to his longevity in the United States Senate, he is recognized as the longest continuous serving senator in the history of the United States.
Family Life
He was born into the "Kennedy Family Tree", noted to be a dominating American political family. He was born to former politician and business man, Joseph Patrick Kennedy Sr. and philanthropist, Rose Kennedy. He had eight siblings, namely; Joseph Jr., Eunice, Patricia, Robert, John, Jean, Rosemary and Kathleen.
Achievements
Kennedy was bestowed an honorary 'Knighthood' by UK's Queen Elizabeth II.
He was ordained 'Order of the Aztec Eagle' by Mexico.
Kennedy was also awarded the U.S. 'Presidential Medal of Freedom'.
He was bestowed the "Order of Merit' by Chile.
He was awarded honorary degree by Harvard University and several other reputable institutions.
Trivia
Kennedy loved contact sports.
He was in the drama, debate, glee and tennis clubs.
His two brothers, John F. Kennedy and Robert F. Kennedy were simultaneously killed in an assassination.
He obtained a law degree from University of Virginia.
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F.A.Q. about Ted Kennedy
When is his birthday?
Ted Kennedy's birthday is on February 22, 1932.
In how many days is his birthday?
Ted Kennedy's birthday is in 309 days
How old was Ted Kennedy when he died?
He was 77 years old.
When did he die?
He died in August 25, 2009.
How old would he be today?
Ted Kennedy would be 92 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Ted Kennedy from?
He was born in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S..