| Profile: | Andrew Gillum |
|---|---|
| Age: | 44 Years Old |
| Height: | 5ft 10in (178 cm) |
| Occupation: | Politician |
| Net Worth: | US $350 Thousand |
| Status: | Alive |
ORIGIN 
Andrew Gillum is an American politician, Mayor of Tallahassee, Florida, and a member of the Democratic party. As a Democrat, he ran for Governor of Florida in the 2018 election. He served as a member of the Tallahassee City Commission from 2003 to 2014. Andrew Demese Gillum was born on July 26, 1979, in Miami, Florida. He has 6 siblings. His father, Charles, worked as a construction worker, and his mother, Frances, as a school bus driver. Gillum grew up in the city of Gainesville where he attended Gainesville High School. He was named to the Gainesville Sun’s 1998 list of “Persons of the year.”
Gillum pursued his undergraduate studies at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU). He graduated in 2003 with a BA degree in political science and history. He was the first in his family to finish college. While at FAMU, Gillum held the title of president of the Student Government Association (2001-02). He was a member of the FAMU Board of Trustees. His early work caught the attention of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, who named him as an emerging leader in 2003.
CAREER
Gillum was elected to the Tallahassee City Commission in 2003. He was only 23 at the time, making him the city’s youngest commissioner. His first term was valid for one year. In 2014, Gillum earned his first full term (4-year) after receiving 72% of the vote. He was re-elected in 2008 and 2012. During his stay, Gillum spent a year as Mayor Pro Tem (2004-05) and a year as chairperson of the Capital Region Transportation Planning Agency (2005). He worked on projects such as the Digital Harmony, The Palmer Munroe Center, and the development of the Cascades Park in downtown Tallahassee. In 2009, he became National Director of the Youth Leadership Programs with the People for the American Way Foundation. Gillum served as a member of the Tallahassee City Commission from February 2003 to November 2014. He was succeeded by Curtis B. Richardson.
In 2014, Gillum succeeded John Marks as the Mayor of the city of Tallahassee, Florida. His opponents were Zach Richardson, Evin Matthews, and Larry Hendricks. He was sworn into office on November 21, 2014. Gillum has been described as progressive with regards to his stance on topics like Medicare, immigration, and gun control. He’s drawn comparison to U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders. In 2018, Gillum ran for Governor of Florida on the Democratic ticket. He made history as Florida’s first black nominee from a major party. His opponent was the Donald Trump-backed Republican Ron Desantis. He lost the general election on November 6, 2018, ending with roughly 49% of the votes.
PERSONAL
Andrew Gillum is 5ft 10in tall and he’s of African-American descent. His personal net worth is estimated at $350 thousand. According to financial disclosure, he earns a salary of $79,000 as mayor of Tallahassee. His earnings also include $71,000 from his work with the PR/Consulting firm P&P Communications. Gillum wed ‘R. Jai Howard’ in May 2009. She’s a fellow graduate of Florida A&M University. They have three children: Jackson, Davis, and Caroline.
Andrew Gillum Real Name, Birthday, Wiki
| Real Name: | Andrew Demese Gillum |
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| Birthday: | July 26, 1979 |
| Age: | 44 Years Old |
| Place of Birth: | Miami, Florida, United States |
| Zodiac Sign: | Leo |
| Height: | 5ft 10in (178 cm) |
| Occupation: | Politician |
| Net Worth: | US $350 Thousand |
| Marriage(s): | R. Jai Howard |
| Death-O-Meter: | Alive |
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