Childhood and Education Journey of Andrew Cuomo in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Andrew Cuomo. From birth to education, explore key events.

Andrew Cuomo, an American politician and lawyer, served as the 56th Governor of New York from 2011 to 2021. A Democrat and son of former Governor Mario Cuomo, he was previously the New York Attorney General (2007-2010). His tenure as governor ended with his resignation in 2021. He is currently running for mayor of New York City.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

December 6, 1957: Andrew Cuomo's Birth

On December 6, 1957, Andrew Mark Cuomo was born. He later became the 56th Governor of New York.

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1975: Graduated High School

In 1975, Andrew Cuomo graduated from Archbishop Molloy High School.

1979: Bachelor of Arts from Fordham University

In 1979, Andrew Cuomo earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Fordham University.

1982: Juris Doctor from Albany Law School

In 1982, Andrew Cuomo received a Juris Doctor degree from Albany Law School.

June 9, 1990: Marriage to Kerry Kennedy

On June 9, 1990, Cuomo married Kerry Kennedy, the seventh child of Robert F. Kennedy and Ethel Skakel Kennedy.

1995: Birth of twin daughters

In 1995, Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy had twin daughters, Cara Ethel Kennedy-Cuomo and Mariah Matilda Kennedy-Cuomo.

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1997: Birth of daughter Michaela

In 1997, Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy had a daughter, Michaela Andrea Kennedy-Cuomo.

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2003: Separation from Kerry Kennedy

In 2003, Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy separated.

2005: Divorce from Kerry Kennedy

In 2005, Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy divorced.

2005: Begins dating Sandra Lee

In 2005, Cuomo began dating Food Network host Sandra Lee.

2011: Cuomo and Sandra Lee move in together

In 2011, Cuomo and Sandra Lee moved in together in Westchester County, New York.

December 14, 2012: Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting

On December 14, 2012, the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting occurred in Connecticut, which led to the passage of stricter gun control legislation, including the NY SAFE Act.

July 4, 2015: Presided over Billy Joel's wedding

On July 4, 2015, Cuomo presided over the wedding ceremony of his longtime friend Billy Joel to his fourth wife, Alexis Roderick.

September 25, 2019: Cuomo and Lee end relationship

On September 25, 2019, Cuomo and Sandra Lee announced that they had ended their relationship.

August 21, 2021: Cuomo lives in the New York State Executive Mansion

From the fall of 2019 until August 21, 2021, Cuomo lived in the New York State Executive Mansion on a full-time basis with his three daughters.

September 1, 2021: Cuomo files for state retirement pension

On September 1, 2021, Cuomo's state retirement pension became effective, based on 14.56 years of state service as attorney general and governor.

March 14, 2022: Cuomo announces plan to create "Progressives for Israel"

On March 14, 2022, at an event to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, Cuomo came out stating his plans to create an organization that will be called "Progressives for Israel".