Ethel Kennedy Age and Early Life
Ethel Kennedy was born on April 11, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois. As of 2024, she is 96 years old. She grew up in a large Irish Catholic family and later attended Manhattanville College.
Marriage to Robert F. Kennedy
Ethel married Robert F. Kennedy in 1950. The couple had 11 children and remained married until his assassination in 1968. She became a central figure in the Kennedy family and continued his public service legacy.
Later Life and Legacy
Ethel Kennedy has remained active in philanthropy and advocacy. She founded the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights. Learn more about her work on the RFK Human Rights website.
