Early Life and Education of Jeanine Pirro: A Complete Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 25, 2026

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

Jeanine Pirro is an American television host, lawyer, and author. She is the current United States attorney for the District of Columbia, a role she assumed in May 2025. Prior to her national role, Pirro served as a judge, prosecutor, and politician in New York state. She is a prominent figure in media and law, known for her outspoken commentary and legal background.

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

June 2, 1951: Jeanine Pirro's birth

On June 2, 1951, Jeanine Ferris Pirro was born. She later became an American television host, lawyer, author, judge, prosecutor, and politician.

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1975: Graduation from Albany Law School

In 1975, Jeanine Pirro received her J.D. degree at Albany Law School, where she was an editor of the law review.

1983: Kathie Durst Disappearance

In 1983, Jeanine Pirro was the investigating attorney for the disappearance of Kathie Durst. Pirro recounted her perspective on this high-profile case in the HBO series, The Jinx.

2000: Support for New York Hate Crimes Law

In 2000, Jeanine Pirro actively supported the passing of a New York hate crimes law which covered sexual orientation as a protected class.

2005: Declaration of Political Positions

In 2005, during her campaign for the US Senate in New York, Jeanine Pirro described her political positions as "Republican red on fiscal policy" with "broad blue stripes on the social issues." She supported a woman's right to an abortion, including U.S. taxpayer funding of abortion through Medicaid.

2006: Support for LGBT Anti-Discrimination Protections

In 2006, during her campaign for State Attorney General, Jeanine Pirro was outspoken in her support for anti-discrimination protections for LGBT people. She supported civil unions for same-sex couples, received an endorsement from the Log Cabin Republicans, and participated in a Pride Parade and a Log Cabin Republicans political fundraising event.

2007: Separation from Husband

In 2007, Jeanine Pirro and her husband separated due to their "tumultuous" relationship.

2012: Cancer Diagnosis

Jeanine Pirro was diagnosed with cancer in 2012. This was revealed in her 2018 book.

2013: Divorce Finalized

In 2013, the divorce between Jeanine Pirro and her husband was finalized.

April 2018: Posing with "Liars, Leakers, and Liberals" with Trump

In April 2018, Donald Trump posed with Jeanine Pirro and her book "Liars, Leakers, and Liberals: The Case Against the Anti-Trump Conspiracy" in the Oval Office.

Liars, Leakers, and Liberals: The Case Against the Anti-Trump Conspiracy

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2018: Publication of "Liars, Leakers, and Liberals"

In 2018, Jeanine Pirro revealed in her book, "Liars, Leakers, and Liberals: The Case Against the Anti-Trump Conspiracy", that she was diagnosed with cancer in 2012.

Liars, Leakers, and Liberals: The Case Against the Anti-Trump Conspiracy

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March 2020: Hosting Show From Home During Pandemic

In March 2020, Jeanine Pirro hosted her show from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. She experienced technical difficulties at the beginning of the show, appeared in a disheveled state, and was seen with a drink during a commercial break, leading to speculation about her condition.