Early Life and Education of Jerry Nadler: A Complete Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 1, 2025

An overview of the childhood and early education of Jerry Nadler, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Jerrold Lewis Nadler is a Democratic politician and lawyer representing New York's 12th congressional district since 2023. He previously served in the 17th (later 8th and 10th) district after being elected to Congress in 1992. Prior to his congressional service, Nadler spent eight terms in the New York State Assembly. He is a Manhattan resident and known for his liberal political stances and being the dean of New York's U.S. House delegation.

Sections (3)

Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

June 13, 1947: Jerrold Lewis Nadler Born

On June 13, 1947, Jerrold Lewis Nadler was born. He is an American lawyer and politician from New York.

1964: The Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964

The Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 was active.

1965: Graduated from Stuyvesant High School

In 1965, Nadler graduated from Stuyvesant High School. During his time there, he was on the debate team with future philosopher of science Alexander Rosenberg, and Dick Morris managed his campaign for student government president.

1969: Received B.A. from Columbia University

In 1969, Nadler received his B.A. from Columbia University, where he became a brother of Alpha Epsilon Pi.

1976: Married Josephine Langsdorr "Joyce" Miller

In 1976, Nadler married Josephine Langsdorr "Joyce" Miller.

1978: Completed J.D. at Fordham

In 1978, Nadler completed his J.D. at Fordham University School of Law.

1990: U.S. Census

In 1990 the U.S. Census took place.

1993: District Renumbered

In 1993, Nadler's congressional district, previously the 17th, was renumbered as the 8th district.

2002: Laparoscopic Duodenal Switch Surgery

In 2002, Nadler had laparoscopic duodenal switch surgery.

2003: Continued Laparoscopic Duodenal Switch Surgery

In 2003, Nadler continued with laparoscopic duodenal switch surgery, ultimately losing more than 100 pounds.

2013: Living in Lincoln Square

As of 2013, Nadler and his wife lived in Lincoln Square on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.

2013: District Renumbered Again

In 2013, Nadler's district was renumbered again, this time as the 10th district.

2018: Only Member of Congress with Yeshiva Education

As of 2018, Nadler was noted as the only member of Congress with a yeshiva education, reflecting on his youth attending Crown Heights Yeshiva.

2020: Praised Judge's Ruling on Luxury High-Rise

In 2020, Nadler praised a judge for a ruling that could lead to the removal of 20 or more stories in an already-constructed 52-story luxury high-rise building on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.

2023: District included Manhattan's west side

From 2013 to 2023, the 10th district included Manhattan's west side from the Upper West Side down to Battery Park, including the World Trade Center; the Manhattan neighborhoods of Chelsea, Hell's Kitchen and Greenwich Village; and parts of Brooklyn, such as Coney Island, Bensonhurst, Borough Park, and Bay Ridge.