Early Life and Education of Linda McMahon: A Complete Timeline

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

Linda McMahon is an American business executive, politician, and former professional wrestling promoter. Known for her role in building WWE with her husband Vince McMahon, she transitioned into politics, serving as the 25th administrator of the Small Business Administration from 2017 to 2019 and the 13th United States secretary of education in 2025. She is a member of the Republican Party.

1 day ago : Linda McMahon Mistook AI for A1, Creating Viral Blunder; Steak Sauce Responded.

Linda McMahon, former Education Secretary, mistakenly referred to artificial intelligence as A1. This blunder became viral, and the A1 steak sauce brand responded humorously, capitalizing on the mix-up and brought embarrassment.

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October 4, 1948: Linda McMahon's Birth

On October 4, 1948, Linda Marie Edwards (later McMahon) was born. She would go on to become a politician, business executive, and wrestling promoter.

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August 26, 1966: Marriage to Vince McMahon

On August 26, 1966, Linda Edwards, at the age of 17, married Vince McMahon, who was 21.

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1969: Incorrect Degree

In 1969, Linda McMahon incorrectly stated she graduated from East Carolina University with a degree in Education.

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1969: Moved to Gaithersburg, Maryland and Worked at Covington & Burling

In 1969, the McMahons moved to Gaithersburg, Maryland, and Linda McMahon began working as a receptionist at the corporate law firm of Covington & Burling, where she translated French documents, trained as a paralegal, and studied intellectual property rights.

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1976: Filed for Bankruptcy

In 1976, Linda McMahon and her husband filed for bankruptcy after a series of failed business ventures and while she was pregnant with Stephanie.

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1976: Birth of Stephanie McMahon

In 1976, Linda McMahon gave birth to her daughter, Stephanie McMahon.

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1983: Moved to Greenwich, Connecticut

In 1983, the McMahons moved to Greenwich, Connecticut.

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September 16, 2009: Resigned as CEO of WWE

On September 16, 2009, Linda McMahon resigned from her position as CEO of WWE to run for a seat in the United States Senate from Connecticut.

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2015: Attendance at Donor Meeting

In 2015, Linda McMahon attended a meeting with Republican donors near Jackson, Wyoming, to discuss the upcoming Republican nomination process.

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2016: Attendance at Donor Meeting

In 2016, Linda McMahon attended a meeting with Republican donors near Jackson, Wyoming, to discuss the upcoming Republican nomination process.

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