Raúl Grijalva Biography: Children, Wife, Height, Ethnicity, Age, Awards, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents

Raúl Grijalva is an American politician and former United States Representative who served Arizona’s 3rd congressional district from 2003 to 2025.

Born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, he has been a prominent advocate for progressive values, particularly in the areas of environmental protection, immigration reform, and educational equity.

Profile

• Full Name: Raúl Manuel Grijalva
• Stage Name: Raúl Grijalva
• Born: February 19, 1948
• Age: 77 years old (at the time of his passing away)
• Birthplace: Tucson, Arizona, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Politician, Activist
• Height: 5 feet 8 inches
• Parent: José Grijalva (father), Maria Guadalupe (mother)
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Ramona Grijalva
• Children: Adelita Grijalva, Raquel Grijalva, Marisa Grijalva
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 million

Early Life And Education

Raúl Grijalva was born on February 19, 1948, in Tucson, Arizona, United States. He was 77 years old at the time of his death. His father, José Grijalva, was a Mexican immigrant who worked as a farm laborer, and his mother, Maria Guadalupe, was a homemaker.

He was raised in a working-class Hispanic household and is of Mexican-American descent. Grijalva graduated from Sunnyside High School in Tucson and earned a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Arizona. He is of Hispanic ethnicity and identifies with the Roman Catholic faith.

Career

Raúl Grijalva began his political journey as a community activist and later served on the Tucson Unified School District Governing Board. He was elected to the Pima County Board of Supervisors, serving from 1989 to 2002.

In 2002, he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Arizona’s 7th district (later renumbered as the 3rd district due to redistricting), a position he held until his retirement in 2025.

Grijalva co-founded the Congressional Progressive Caucus and was known for his leadership on environmental issues as Chair of the House Natural Resources Committee. He also championed education, workers’ rights, indigenous issues, and immigration reform during his time in Congress.

Awards and Nominations

• Recognized for leadership in environmental justice
• Honored by numerous Latino advocacy and education organizations
• Received multiple awards for civil rights and community service

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @repraulgrijalva
• Facebook handle: Raul M. Grijalva
• Twitter handle: @RepRaulGrijalva

Personal Life

Raúl Grijalva is married to Ramona Grijalva. The couple has three daughters: Adelita, Raquel, and Marisa. He stands at 5 feet 8 inches tall. Grijalva is known for his private lifestyle but has remained deeply rooted in his Tucson community throughout his life and career.

Net Worth

Raúl Grijalva has an estimated net worth of $3 million. His earnings stem primarily from his long tenure as a U.S. Representative, public service roles, pensions, and occasional speaking engagements.