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Joan Kennedy, Former Wife of Ted Kennedy, Dies at 89
Joan Kennedy, the former wife of Sen. Edward “Ted” Kennedy, died Wednesday. She was 89. Here death was confirmed in a statement by her son, Patrick Kennedy, and his wife, Amy. “Mrs. Kennedy was a classically trained…
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About Joan Bennett Kennedy
Virginia Joan Bennett Kennedy was an American socialite, author, and advocate. Kennedy was the first wife of U.S. Senator Ted Kennedy. In 1992, she published a guide to classical music and later became associated with mental health awareness, drawing public attention to addiction and recovery through her own experiences. Kennedy also worked as a classical pianist, performing at public concerts.
Everything about Joan Bennett Kennedy →- Occupation
- socialite, pianist, writer, model
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- September 2, 1936
- Died
- October 8, 2025