John Jenrette
Former United States Representative
John Wilson Jenrette Jr. was an American lawyer, businessman, and politician from South Carolina, best known for his involvement in the Abscam corruption scandal, and being the husband of actress and model Rita Jenrette. He was in the U.S. House... Wikipedia
Born: May 19, 1936, Conway, SC
Died: March 17, 2023 (age 86 years), Conway, SC
Spouses: ; Sarah Louise Jordan (m. 1960; div. 1975): Rita Carpenter (m. 1976; div. 1981): Rosemary Long (m. 1992)
Party: Democratic Party
Previous offices: Representative (1975–1980) and South Carolina State Representative (1964–1972)
Education: University of South Carolina and Wofford College
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