John F. Kennedy Jr.
1960 – 1999

John F. Kennedy Jr.

American attorney and magazine publisher (1960–1999)

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Born
1960-11-25, Washington, D.C.
Died
1999-07-16
Birthplace state
District of Columbia

Biography

John Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr. was born in Washington, D.C. on November 25, 1960, and died on July 16, 1999. He worked as a lawyer, publisher, and journalist. He was the son of the 35th U.S. president John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy.

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John F. Kennedy Jr. is recorded as a publisher, a jurist and a lawyer, born in District of Columbia (1960–1999).

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Frequently asked about John F. Kennedy Jr.

Who was John F. Kennedy Jr.?
John F. Kennedy Jr. was American attorney and magazine publisher (1960–1999), born in District of Columbia (1960 – 1999).
When and where was John F. Kennedy Jr. born?
John F. Kennedy Jr. was born on 1960-11-25 in Washington, D.C..
When did John F. Kennedy Jr. die?
John died on 1999-07-16.
What was John F. Kennedy Jr. known for?
John F. Kennedy Jr. is recorded as a publisher, a jurist and a lawyer.
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