Age, Biography and Wiki
Jerry Demings was born on 12 June, 1959 in Orlando, Florida, U.S., is an American politician. Discover Jerry Demings's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 64 years old?
Popular As |
N/A |
Occupation |
N/A |
Age |
64 years old |
Zodiac Sign |
Gemini |
Born |
12 June 1959 |
Birthday |
12 June |
Birthplace |
Orlando, Florida, U.S. |
Nationality |
United States
|
We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 12 June.
He is a member of famous politician with the age 64 years old group.
Jerry Demings Height, Weight & Measurements
At 64 years old, Jerry Demings height not available right now. We will update Jerry Demings's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
Physical Status |
Height |
Not Available |
Weight |
Not Available |
Body Measurements |
Not Available |
Eye Color |
Not Available |
Hair Color |
Not Available |
Who Is Jerry Demings's Wife?
His wife is Val Butler (m. 1988)
Family |
Parents |
Not Available |
Wife |
Val Butler (m. 1988) |
Sibling |
Not Available |
Children |
3 |
Jerry Demings Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Jerry Demings worth at the age of 64 years old? Jerry Demingsās income source is mostly from being a successful politician. He is from United States. We have estimated Jerry Demings'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 |
Jerry Demings Social Network
Timeline
Jerry L. Demings (born June 12, 1959) is an American politician and former law enforcement officer serving as Mayor of Orange County, Florida since 2018.
Demings joined the Orlando Police Department in 1981 after certification from the J. C. Stone Memorial Police Academy.
They married in 1988 and have three children along with five grandchildren.
He worked in the department as a detective before he became its first African-American chief in 1998, serving until his retirement after 21 years with the department in 2002.
In 2002, he was named Director of Public Safety for Orange County, a position in which he served until 2008.
His wife served as a captain in the police department while he was chief and later went on to become the first female police chief of the Orlando Police Department, serving from 2007 to 2011.
In 2008, Demings ran as the Democratic candidate for Sheriff of Orange County, Florida, the chief law enforcement officer of the county.
He defeated his Republican challenger John B. Tegg III, and became the first African-American to serve in the post.
When Demings was elected county Sheriff in 2008, his wife, Val Demings, held his former job as Chief of the Orlando Police Department.
Demings' Republican opponent in the Sheriff's race, John Tegg, alleged that his election would create a conflict of interest.
In April 2022, Demings spoke out against the repeal of the Reedy Creek Improvement Act, saying that the Florida legislature had not "adequately contemplated the ramifications" and said it would put an "undue burden" on taxpayers.
Demings is married to former U.S. Representative Val Demings, whom he met during his early years with the Orlando Police Department.
He was a detective and she was a first-year police officer when they both worked a juvenile go-kart-accident case.
A member of the Democratic Party, he previously served as Sheriff of Orange County, Florida from 2009 to 2018, and served as Chief of the Orlando Police Department and Director of Public Safety for Orange County, Florida.
Demings was re-elected in 2012, and again in 2016.
In July 2016, Demings was elected as president of the Florida Sheriffs' Association.
She was elected to the United States House of Representatives in 2016.
He was elected as the county's Mayor in August 2018, becoming both the first Democrat and African American to hold the office.
Demings was born and raised in Orlando, Florida, the youngest of five children.
His father was a taxi driver and his mother a homemaker.
One of his brothers died of heroin addiction.
He graduated from Jones High School in Orlando and later attended Florida State University and Everest College, earning a bachelor's degree in finance and master's degree in business administration.
He also has a certificate of completion from Harvard University's Kennedy School, FBI National Academy and FBI National Executive Institute.
Demings worked as an accountant before beginning a career in law enforcement.