Age, Biography and Wiki

Jim Whelan was born on 8 November, 1948 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., is an American politician. Discover Jim Whelan'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 68 years old?

Popular As N/A
Occupation Politician, Teacher
Age 68 years old
Zodiac Sign Scorpio
Born 8 November 1948
Birthday 8 November
Birthplace Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Date of death 22 August, 2017
Died Place Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
Nationality United States

We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 8 November. He is a member of famous politician with the age 68 years old group.

Jim Whelan Height, Weight & Measurements

At 68 years old, Jim Whelan height not available right now. We will update Jim Whelan'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 Jim Whelan's Wife?

His wife is Kathy Whelan

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Kathy Whelan
Sibling Not Available
Children Not Available

Jim Whelan Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Jim Whelan worth at the age of 68 years old? Jim Whelan’s income source is mostly from being a successful politician. He is from United States. We have estimated Jim Whelan'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

Jim Whelan Social Network

Instagram
Linkedin
Twitter
Facebook
Wikipedia
Imdb

Timeline

1948

Jim Whelan (November 8, 1948 – August 22, 2017) was an American Democratic Party politician, who served in the New Jersey State Senate where he represented the 2nd Legislative District, from January 8, 2008, until his death.

Whelan was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and attended Temple University where he became a nationally ranked distance swimmer before a broken leg in his senior year cut short his career.

1977

In 1977, Whelan took a job in the Atlantic City School District.

During this time - on a volunteer basis - he helped coach the Atlantic City High School swim team.

1978

In 1978, to draw publicity for a bid to restore the Around the Island Swim (a 22.5 mile open-water swimming race around Absecon Island), Whelan did the race solo.

1980

Four years later, he made his first foray into politics, making an unsuccessful run for the Atlantic County Board of Chosen Freeholders in 1980.

1981

The following year, he won election to the Atlantic City Council, in 1981, and was re-elected in 1985.

1989

He won the mayor's office in a landslide in 1989.

Whelan served three terms as Mayor of Atlantic City.

Whelan was elected president of the New Jersey Conference of Mayors.

1995

His achievements, however, ultimately led to his induction in the Temple University Athletic Hall of Fame in 1995.

He received a M.Ed. from Temple University.

2001

Following a defeat at the hands of Lorenzo T. Langford in 2001, Whelan returned to teaching.

He also served on the board of the Atlantic City Convention and Visitors Authority.

2005

Whelan was elected to the Assembly in November 2005, unseating Republican Kirk W. Conover, who had held the seat since 2003 in this Republican-leaning district.

2007

In 2007, Whelan won his bid for a seat in the New Jersey Senate, defeating Republican Party incumbent James J. McCullough.

2011

Whelan won re-election in November 2011, defeating Assemblyman Vincent J. Polistina in the state's most expensive race, with more than $3 million spent by both candidates.

2013

In the 2013 election, Whelan defeated Atlantic County Sheriff Frank X. Balles 55%–45%.

Whelan served in the Senate on the State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (as chair); the Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee; and the Economic Growth Committee.

2016

The other representatives from the 2nd Legislative District for the 2016-2017 (217th) Legislative Session are:

2017

On January 4, 2017, Whelan announced that he was planning to retire as senator.

Each of the 40 legislative districts in the New Jersey Legislature has one senator and two members of the New Jersey General Assembly.

Whelan died on August 22, 2017, at age 68 from a heart attack at his home in Atlantic City.

Whelan was survived by his wife Kathy Whelan and his son Richard Whelan.

Atlantic City's Boardwalk Hall was officially dedicated to his memory.