Parents: President John F. Kennedy & Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Siblings: John F. Kennedy Jr. (1960–1999)
Caroline Kennedy was only six years old when her father, President John F. Kennedy, was assassinated in 1963. After the tragedy, she moved with her mother and brother to New York City, where she was raised away from the political spotlight.
Caroline Kennedy Education & Career Beginnings
Schooling: Convent of the Sacred Heart & The Brearley School (New York)
College: Harvard University (B.A. in American Studies, 1980)
Law School: Columbia Law School (J.D., 1988)
Caroline initially worked in publishing and law. She co-authored books on civil liberties and the U.S. Constitution and served as a board member for several non-profit organizations.
Public Service & Political Involvement
2008: Considered for Hillary Clinton’s Senate seat (ultimately withdrew)
2013–2017: U.S. Ambassador to Japan under President Barack Obama
Strengthened U.S.-Japan relations
Played a key role in President Obama’s historic visit to Hiroshima
2022–Present: U.S. Ambassador to Australia under President Joe Biden
Focuses on strengthening U.S.-Australia defense and economic ties
Personal Life
Husband: Edwin Schlossberg (married in 1986)
Children:
Rose Kennedy Schlossberg (b. 1988)
Tatiana Schlossberg (b. 1990)
Jack Schlossberg (b. 1993)
She has largely kept her private life out of the spotlight, focusing on philanthropy, education, and diplomacy.
Books & Writing
Caroline has edited and co-authored a number of books, such as:
The Bill of Rights in Action: In Our Defense (1991)
The Privacy Right (1995)
Courage for Our Time: Profiles (2002)
Numerous collections of poetry
Legacy & Influence
For her attempts to uphold her family’s political heritage, her commitment to education, and her diplomatic work, Caroline Kennedy is highly regarded. She continues to be a symbol of American political history and one of the most well-known members of the Kennedy family.
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