Age, Biography and Wiki
Rushern Baker (Rushern Leslie Baker III) was born on 24 October, 1958 in Valdosta, Georgia, U.S., is an American politician. Discover Rushern Baker'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 65 years old?
| Popular As |
Rushern Leslie Baker III |
| Occupation |
N/A |
| Age |
65 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Scorpio |
| Born |
24 October, 1958 |
| Birthday |
24 October |
| Birthplace |
Valdosta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Nationality |
United States
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He is a member of famous politician with the age 65 years old group.
Rushern Baker Height, Weight & Measurements
At 65 years old, Rushern Baker height not available right now. We will update Rushern Baker's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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| Height |
Not Available |
| Weight |
Not Available |
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Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Who Is Rushern Baker's Wife?
His wife is Christa Beverly (died 2021)
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Christa Beverly (died 2021) |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Rushern Baker IV |
Rushern Baker Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Rushern Baker worth at the age of 65 years old? Rushern Baker’s income source is mostly from being a successful politician. He is from United States. We have estimated Rushern Baker'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 |
Rushern Baker Social Network
Timeline
Rushern Leslie Baker III (born October 24, 1958) is an American lawyer and politician.
Baker met his wife, Christa Beverly, as an undergraduate at Howard University in 1978.
Baker is a member of Gamma Pi chapter of Omega Psi Phi fraternity, as is Jack B. Johnson who preceded Baker as County Executive prior to Johnson's arrest.
The Bakers lived in Washington, D.C., briefly, before settling in Cheverly, MD, where they raised three children, including son Rushern Baker IV.
He received his bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor from Howard University in 1982 and 1986, respectively.
Baker represented legislative district 22B in the Maryland House of Delegates from 1994 to 2003, where he served on various subcommittees and task forces.
He also served as executive director for the Community Teachers Institute, located in Lanham, Maryland.
In 2002 and 2006, Baker ran unsuccessfully for the office of Prince George's County Executive.
In 2006, he was narrowly defeated by the incumbent County Executive, Jack B. Johnson in the primary election.
A member of the Democratic Party, he was elected county executive of Prince George's County, Maryland in 2010 and won re-election in 2014.
In November 2010, Baker won the election to replace Johnson, who was term-limited.
Baker was sworn in as County Executive on December 6, 2010.
In 2010, Baker's wife was diagnosed with Early-onset Alzheimer's disease.
The family decided to speak publicly about her diagnosis in 2012 in order to increase awareness for the disease and advocate for greater funding for medical research.
Baker is an active member of the Alzheimer's Association.
Baker served as President of County Executives of America from 2014 to 2015.
He was named Public Official of the Year by Governing Magazine in 2015.
As County Executive, Baker led land and real estate purchases to move county agencies to Largo, Maryland from the County Seat of Upper Marlboro, Maryland.
In 2016, Baker got a tattoo of her initials and the logo for the Alzheimer's Association on his arm.
In 2021, Baker's wife Christa died due to Alzheimer's disease, making him a widower.
On June 21, 2017, Baker announced his candidacy for Governor of Maryland in the 2018 election, currently held by Larry Hogan (R).
Baker's ticket included Baltimore attorney Elizabeth Embry.
He was endorsed by the Washington Post, but lost the Democratic primary to Ben Jealous, 40 percent to 29 percent.
On April 8, 2021, Baker announced his candidacy for Governor of Maryland in the 2022 election, which will be vacated by Larry Hogan (R), who is term limited, in 2023.
His running mate was Nancy Navarro, a member of the Montgomery County Council.
He suspended his campaign on June 10, 2022.
In 2018 and 2022, he mounted an unsuccessful primary campaign to become Governor of Maryland.
Baker was born in Valdosta, Georgia, and grew up in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Baker's father, a Green Beret who served in the Vietnam War, mother, and 3 siblings lived on an Army base in Okinawa, Japan for a time before settling in Massachusetts.
Baker recalls having learning struggles in school.
