Caroline Bouvier Kennedy, born on November 27, 1957, in New York City, is an American author, attorney, and diplomat. She is the only surviving child of President John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. Throughout her life, Caroline has balanced public service with a commitment to literature and education.
Early Life and Education
Caroline spent her early years in the White House during her father's presidency. After President Kennedy's assassination in 1963, she moved with her mother and brother, John F. Kennedy Jr., to Manhattan. She attended The Brearley School and Convent of the Sacred Heart, later graduating from Concord Academy in Massachusetts in 1975. Caroline earned a Bachelor of Arts from Radcliffe College in 1980 and a Juris Doctor from Columbia Law School in 1988.
Professional Career
Kennedy's professional endeavors span law, literature, and public service. She co-authored books on civil liberties, including "In Our Defense: The Bill of Rights in Action" and "The Right to Privacy." Her editorial work includes best-selling volumes such as "The Best-Loved Poems of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis" and "Profiles in Courage for Our Time."
In public service, Caroline served as the U.S. Ambassador to Japan from 2013 to 2017 under President Barack Obama, becoming the first female ambassador to Japan. She later served as the U.S. Ambassador to Australia from 2022 to 2024 under President Joe Biden.
Personal Life
In 1986, Caroline married Edwin Schlossberg, a designer and author. The couple has three children: Rose, Tatiana, and Jack. Despite the public nature of her family, Caroline has often sought to maintain her privacy while honoring her family's legacy.
Recent Developments
In January 2025, Caroline publicly opposed the nomination of her cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., for the position of Health and Human Services Secretary. She described him as a "predator" and criticized his controversial views on vaccines, highlighting the potential harm of his positions on public health. This public denunciation marked a significant moment within the Kennedy family.