Age, Biography and Wiki
Corinne Wood (Corinne Gieseke) was born on 28 May, 1954 in Barrington, Illinois, U.S., is an American politician (1954–2021). Discover Corinne Wood's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is she in this year and how she spends money? Also learn how she earned most of networth at the age of 66 years old?
| Popular As |
Corinne Gieseke |
| Occupation |
N/A |
| Age |
66 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Gemini |
| Born |
28 May 1954 |
| Birthday |
28 May |
| Birthplace |
Barrington, Illinois, U.S. |
| Date of death |
18 May, 2021 |
| Died Place |
N/A |
| Nationality |
United States
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Corinne Wood Height, Weight & Measurements
At 66 years old, Corinne Wood height not available right now. We will update Corinne Wood's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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| Height |
Not Available |
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Not Available |
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Not Available |
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Who Is Corinne Wood's Husband?
Her husband is Paul Wood
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Husband |
Paul Wood |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Not Available |
Corinne Wood Net Worth
Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Corinne Wood worth at the age of 66 years old? Corinne Wood’s income source is mostly from being a successful politician. She is from United States. We have estimated Corinne Wood's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
politician |
Corinne Wood Social Network
Timeline
Corinne Gieseke Wood (May 28, 1954 – May 18, 2021) served as the 44th lieutenant governor of Illinois from 1999 to 2003.
After graduating Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Illinois and Loyola University School of Law, Wood was named general counsel to the Illinois Commissioner of Banks and Trusts.
Wood was the first Female lieutenant governor of the state of Illinois.
Born as Corinne Gieseke in Barrington, Illinois, Wood (a resident of Lake Forest) was the first female Lieutenant Governor of Illinois.
She battled breast cancer in the late 1990s and announced that she was resuming treatment for her cancer in January 2006.
Wood ultimately died from breast cancer on May 18, 2021.
A Republican, she was elected on Gov. George Ryan's ticket in 1998.
An attorney, she served in the Illinois House of Representatives for one term prior to her election as lieutenant governor.
As Lieutenant Governor, she was a frequent speaker across Illinois on a number of issues, including rural affairs, economic development, and women's health.
The first two issues were part of her portfolio as Lieutenant Governor, and the third was added by her to her office's duties.
While Lieutenant Governor, she gained national prominence for leading a campaign against Abercrombie & Fitch for sexually provocative pictures in the catalogue.
As part of her campaign against the store, Wood urged a boycott and a letter writing campaign.
She also launched a statewide campaign to increase funding for breast cancer research through the "A Check for a Cure" Illinois tax return check-off when she first entered office.
In 2002, she sought the Republican nomination for Governor of Illinois to succeed the retiring Ryan.
While she was not a part of the scandals that ended the Ryan Administration, Wood was hurt by this in the primary, along with her reputation for being a moderate Republican.
She finished third in the primary losing to Attorney General Jim Ryan.
