Politician
Richard Nixon
Richard Nixon was born on January 9, 1913 in Yorba Linda, California. He joined the U.S. House of Representatives the year he turned 24, and was elected to the U.S. Senate the year he turned 34.
Richard Nixon was born in 1913 and lived to age 81. Anyone born before 1913 is older than Richard. Anyone over 81 is older than Richard ever was.
Richard Nixon was born on January 9, 1913 in Yorba Linda, California and died on April 22, 1994 at the age of 81. Richard would be 113 years old today.
Richard Nixon would be 113 years old in 2026 and would have turned 113 on January 9, 2026. Richard Nixon's age in every year ↓
Born
January 9, 1913
Died
April 22, 1994
World pop. at birth
~1.8B
Richard's age at death
81
Your age
20
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Richard's Life Timeline
Richard Nixon was born on January 9, 1913, in Yorba Linda, California. He grew up in a modest family and was influenced by the values of hard work and perseverance. After graduating from Whittier College and Duke University School of Law, he began his political career in the late 1940s, serving as a U.S. Representative and later as a Senator from California.
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Nixon's major career achievements began when he was elected Vice President under Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1953 at the age of 40. He served in this role until 1961, after which he ran for President and won in 1968. During his presidency, he made significant strides in foreign relations, notably opening diplomatic relations with China in 1972 and negotiating the Paris Peace Accords to end U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War. However, his presidency was marred by the Watergate scandal, which ultimately led to his resignation in 1974.
After resigning, Nixon spent his later years writing books and engaging in public speaking. He passed away on April 22, 1994, at the age of 81. Nixon's legacy is complex; he is remembered for his foreign policy achievements and the controversies that surrounded his presidency, particularly the Watergate scandal, which had a lasting impact on American politics and public trust in government.
Joined the U.S. House of Representatives
Richard Nixon was 24 years old when he joined the U.S. House of Representatives. This marked the beginning of his political career and set the stage for his future roles in government.
Richard Nixon turned 24 in 1937, the year he joined the U.S. House of Representatives. Are you older than Richard was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Was elected to the U.S. Senate
Richard Nixon was 34 years old when he was elected to the U.S. Senate in 1950. His time in the Senate helped him gain national recognition and experience in legislative matters.
Richard Nixon turned 34 in 1947, the year he was elected to the U.S. Senate. Are you older than Richard was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became Vice President of the United States
Richard Nixon was 40 years old when he became Vice President under President Dwight D. Eisenhower. This role significantly elevated his political stature and influence.
Richard Nixon turned 40 in 1953, the year he became Vice President of the United States. Are you older than Richard was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Was elected President of the United States
Richard Nixon was 55 years old when he was elected President in 1968. His victory marked a return to the White House after losing the 1960 election and was a pivotal moment in his political career.
Richard Nixon turned 55 in 1968, the year he was elected President of the United States. Are you older than Richard was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Opened diplomatic relations with China
Richard Nixon was 59 years old when he opened diplomatic relations with China in 1972. This historic visit reshaped U.S.-China relations and had lasting implications for global politics.
Richard Nixon turned 59 in 1972, the year he opened diplomatic relations with China. Are you older than Richard was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Resigned from the presidency
Richard Nixon was 61 years old when he resigned from the presidency on August 8, 1974, due to the Watergate scandal. This resignation was a significant event in American political history.
Richard Nixon turned 61 in 1974, the year he resigned from the presidency. Are you older than Richard was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Passed away
Richard Nixon was 81 years old when he passed away on April 22, 1994. His death marked the end of a controversial and impactful political career.
Richard Nixon turned 81 in 1994, the year he passed away. Are you older than Richard was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Richard Nixon in each year?
- 2026
- Richard Nixon would be 113 years old in 2026 and would have turned 113 on January 9, 2026.
- 1937
- Richard Nixon was 23 at the start of 1937 and turned 24 on January 9, 1937. That year, he joined the U.S. House of Representatives.
- 1947
- Richard Nixon was 33 at the start of 1947 and turned 34 on January 9, 1947. That year, he was elected to the U.S. Senate.
- 1953
- Richard Nixon was 39 at the start of 1953 and turned 40 on January 9, 1953. That year, he became Vice President of the United States.
- 1972
- Richard Nixon was 58 at the start of 1972 and turned 59 on January 9, 1972. That year, he opened diplomatic relations with China.
- 1994
- Richard Nixon was 81 years old when he died on April 22, 1994. That year, he passed away.
Richard Nixon's age in every year
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