Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis

Jacqueline Lee Bouvier Kennedy Onassis (July 28, 1929 – May 19, 1994) was an American socialite, editor, and former First Lady of the United States. Born into an aristocratic family, she studied art history and French at Vassar College and the Sorbonne. As the wife of President John F. Kennedy from 1961 until his assassination in 1963, she became an international icon of style and sophistication, championing the arts and culture at the White House. Her composed and graceful demeanor during Kennedy's assassination and funeral earned her widespread admiration and sympathy. After Kennedy's death, she married Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis in 1968. In her later years, she worked as an editor and literary consultant, helping to publish works by prominent authors. Jacqueline's influence on American fashion, interior design, and cultural life was profound and lasting, making her one of the most photographed and admired women of the 20th century. Her legacy continues to define the modern ideal of dignity and refined taste.