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John F. Kennedy Jr. 1960 - 1999

John Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr. of 20 N Moore St, in New York, New York United States was born on November 25, 1960 at Washington, DC to John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. He had siblings Arabella Kennedy, Caroline Bouvier Kennedy, and Patrick Bouvier Kennedy. John was baptized in January 1961 in Washington, District of Columbia County, DC. He married Carolyn Jeanne Bessette Kennedy on September 8, 1996 at Cumberland Island in Camden County, Georgia, and they were married until John's death on July 16, 1999. John Kennedy was buried on July 21, 1999 at Mayflower Cemetery 774 Tremont St, in Duxbury, Plymouth County.

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  • Introduction

    John F. Kennedy Jr. was an American lawyer, journalist, and magazine publisher, who was born into the Kennedy family dynasty as the only son of President John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Known affectionately as "John-John" by the media during his childhood, he became a cultural icon in his own right as he grew older. Despite the tragedies that marked his family's history, JFK Jr. was seen as a symbol of hope and possibility, with his good looks, charm, and intelligence captivating the American public. In this way, he carried on the Kennedy legacy of public service and political ambition, while carving out his own unique path in the world.
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    1960

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    November 25, 1960
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    Washington, DC
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  • Ethnicity & Family History

    John F. Kennedy Jr. was born into one of the most prominent and wealthy families in American history. He was the son of President John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, and the younger brother of Caroline Kennedy. The Kennedy family was of Irish Catholic descent and had a long history of public service and political involvement. JFK Jr. was the first child born to a sitting U.S. president since the 19th century, and his birth was widely celebrated as a symbol of hope and optimism for the country. He was born into a family that was deeply committed to public service and political activism, and this legacy would shape much of his own life and career.

  • Nationality & Locations

    He was born in Washington, D.C., and spent the early years of his life there, including in the White House during his father's presidency. After his father's assassination in 1963, his mother moved the family to New York City, where they lived in various apartments. In the late 1970s, they moved to a Fifth Avenue apartment overlooking Central Park. After graduating from Brown University in 1983, JFK Jr. moved to New York's Greenwich Village neighborhood, where he lived for several years. He later moved to the trendy TriBeCa neighborhood, where he founded his political magazine, George. In the mid-1990s, he moved to the Upper West Side of Manhattan, where he lived with his wife, Carolyn Bessette Kennedy. In addition to his New York City residences, JFK Jr. also spent time at the Kennedy family's compound in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts, during his childhood and later in life. He also owned a farm in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, where he spent time horseback riding and relaxing.

  • Early Life & Education

    John F. Kennedy Jr. received his early education at Saint David's School in New York City before attending Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts. Following high school, he enrolled at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, where he studied American history. After graduating from Brown in 1983, Kennedy attended New York University Law School, earning his law degree in 1989. While at NYU, he worked as a summer associate at a law firm in San Francisco and served as an assistant district attorney in New York City. Despite his law degree, Kennedy did not practice law and instead pursued a career in publishing and politics, founding George magazine in 1995 and serving as the assistant district attorney of New York County from 1989 to 1993.
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    January 1961
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    Washington, District of Columbia County, District Of Columbia United States
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  • Religious Beliefs

    Catholic

  • Military Service

    While he did not serve in the military himself, his father, President John F. Kennedy, served in the Navy during World War II and was decorated for his service.

  • Professional Career

    JFK Jr. had a varied career that spanned journalism, law, and publishing. After graduating from Brown University in 1983, he worked as an intern at The Washington Post before moving on to become an editor at the magazine, "The Islander." In 1989, he founded "George," a political and lifestyle magazine that became known for its witty commentary and covers featuring celebrities and politicians. JFK Jr. served as the magazine's editor-in-chief until it ceased publication in 2001. In addition to his work in journalism, JFK Jr. also pursued a career in law. He graduated from New York University School of Law in 1989 and went on to work at a law firm in New York City before founding his own law firm, Kennedy & Lutz, in 1995. He specialized in entertainment law and represented clients such as Madonna, Calvin Klein, and Michael Jackson. JFK Jr. also had a passion for flying and obtained his pilot's license in 1998. He went on to found his own aviation company, "George" magazine Air, which provided private air charters. Sadly, JFK Jr.'s promising career was cut short when he died in a plane crash in 1999 at the age of 38.

  • Personal Life & Family

    JFK Jr. had several high-profile relationships throughout his adult life, including actress Daryl Hannah and model Cindy Crawford. However, his most notable relationship was with Carolyn Bessette, whom he married in 1996. The couple's wedding was a highly publicized event, with the media closely following their relationship. JFK Jr. and Carolyn were often described as a stylish and glamorous couple, and they became popular figures in the world of fashion and media.
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    July 16, 1999
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    Atlantic Ocean - Long Island Sound, in Off the coast of Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts United States
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    1999

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    July 21, 1999
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    Mayflower Cemetery 774 Tremont St, in Duxbury, Plymouth County, Massachusetts 02332, United States
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