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Deborah Szekely (Deborah Shainman) was born on 3 May, 1922 in Brooklyn, New York, U.S., is an American activist, philanthropist, and writer (born 1922). Discover Deborah Szekely'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 101 years old?
| Popular As |
Deborah Shainman |
| Occupation |
Writer |
| Age |
101 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Taurus |
| Born |
3 May 1922 |
| Birthday |
3 May |
| Birthplace |
Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
| Nationality |
United States
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She is a member of famous Writer with the age 101 years old group.
Deborah Szekely Height, Weight & Measurements
At 101 years old, Deborah Szekely height not available right now. We will update Deborah Szekely's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Who Is Deborah Szekely's Husband?
Her husband is Edmond Bordeaux Szekely (m. 1939-1970)
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| Husband |
Edmond Bordeaux Szekely (m. 1939-1970) |
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Not Available |
| Children |
2 |
Deborah Szekely Net Worth
Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Deborah Szekely worth at the age of 101 years old? Deborah Szekely’s income source is mostly from being a successful Writer. She is from United States. We have estimated Deborah Szekely'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 |
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Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Writer |
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Timeline
Deborah Szekely (née Shainman, born May 3, 1922) is an American activist, philanthropist, and writer active in Southern California.
She was named the "Godmother of Wellness" by the Huffington Post.
Szekely founded the New Americans Museum in Liberty Station.
Szekely was the daughter of Jewish immigrants.
Her mother was a past vice-president of the New York Vegetarian Society.
They were married in 1939.
In 1940, the couple opened a camp in Tecate, Baja California, Mexico, which they named Rancho la Puerta, where they could explore and test their ideas.
The couple had two children, Alexander and Sarah Livia.
In 1958, Szekely opened the Golden Door, a smaller luxury spa property in San Diego and moved to Escondido, California in the 70's. The spa attracted famous individuals such as Natalie Wood, Elizabeth Taylor, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Burt Lancaster, Oprah Winfrey and Barbra Streisand.
In 1970, she and Edmund divorced and Szekely took over the operation of the Rancho la Puerta.
She founded (COMBO), Combined Arts and Education Council of San Diego County in 1978, which has raised over $25 million to support 21 cultural organizations.
In 1978, COMBO raised over $6 million to rebuild the Old Globe Theatre.
In 1982, she ran for the United States House of Representatives as a Republican for the newly created 43rd Congressional District.
She finished a close fourth place in the primary, slightly behind former professional football player Bill McColl, Carlsbad Mayor Ron Packard, and wealthy businessman Johnnie Crean.
Crean won the primary by a very narrow margin.
Szekely refused to endorse Crean on the grounds that he waged a smear campaign against her and the other candidates.
Packard ultimately won the general election by running as a write-in candidate.
Szekely was a U.S. Diplomat and the head of the Inter-American Foundation from 1984 to 1990.
In 2014, Szekely was inducted into the San Diego County Women's Hall of Fame by the Women's Museum of California, the Commission on the Status of Women, the Women's Center at UC San Diego, and the Department of Women's Studies at San Diego State University.
Szekely has been a vegetarian since the age of 4.
She supports tree planting.
Szekely turned 100 on May 3, 2022.
