Bill de Blasio Biography
Bill de Blasio is an American politician who served as the 109th mayor of New York City from 2014 to 2021. Here is a brief biography including his career, net worth, age, family, education, and salary.
Blasio was born on May 8, 1961, in Manhattan, New York City. His father, Warren Wilhelm, was of German and Italian ancestry and was a World War II veteran who later became an editor of Time magazine.
Bill de Blasio Family|Parents
His mother, Maria Wilhelm, was of Italian ancestry and worked as a researcher for a local library. De Blasio grew up in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and attended Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.
Bill de Blasio’s Career
De Blasio started his career at the New York City Department of Juvenile Justice before working in various government positions. He was appointed as the regional director for the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) during the Clinton administration. In 2009, he was elected to the New York City Council representing the 39th district, which includes parts of Brooklyn.
De Blasio was elected as the mayor of New York City in 2013, defeating Republican candidate Joe Lhota with 73% of the vote. In his first year in office, de Blasio implemented a number of progressive policies, including universal pre-kindergarten, paid sick leave, and expanding affordable housing.
Bill de Blasio Net Worth
As of 2021, Bill de Blasio’s net worth is estimated to be around $3 million according to celebrity networth. The majority of his net worth comes from his salary as mayor of New York City, which was $258,750 per year.
Bill Blasio Age
As of 2024, Bill de Blasio is 63 years old.
Bill Blasio Family|Wife
De Blasio is married to Chirlane McCray, who is a writer and a former speechwriter for former New York City Mayor David Dinkins. They have two children together, Dante and Chiara.
Bill de Blasio Education
De Blasio attended New York University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in metropolitan studies. He later earned a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs.
Bill de Blasio Salary
As the mayor of New York City, Bill de Blasio’s salary was $258,750 per year.
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