Jeff Sessions Biography: Height, Age, Children, Wife, Net Worth, Wikipedia, Recusal

Biography

Jefferson Beauregard Sessions III is a celebrated American politician and attorney who served as the 84th United States Attorney General from 2017 to 2018 under President Donald Trump.

Born on December 24, 1946, in Selma, Alabama, he previously represented Alabama in the U.S. Senate from 1997 to 2017 as a member of the Republican Party.

Known for his conservative stance, Sessions focused on immigration enforcement and criminal justice reform during his tenure as Attorney General. Before his Senate career, he was the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Alabama and Alabama’s Attorney General.

Former United States Attorney General
Jeff Sessions
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Jefferson Beauregard Sessions III
Stage Name:	Jeff Sessions
Born:	24 December 1946 (age 78 years old)
Place of Birth:	Selma, Alabama, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	Wilcox County High School, Huntingdon College, University of Alabama
Height:	1.65 m
Parents:	Jefferson Beauregard Sessions, Jr., Abbie Powe Sessions
Siblings:	Sarah Sessions
Spouse:	Mary Blackshear Sessions (m. 1969)
Girlfriend • Partner:	Not Dating
Children:	Sam Sessions, Mary Abigail Sessions, Ruth Sessions Walk
Occupation:	Lawyer • Politician
Net Worth:	$5 million-$7.5 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Jefferson Beauregard Sessions III was born on December 24, 1946, in Selma, Alabama, a city known for its historical significance in the Civil Rights Movement.

He grew up in the small town of Hybart, Alabama, in a rural, Southern environment that shaped his conservative worldview. Sessions is of Caucasian descent, primarily of English and Scottish ancestry, common among many Southern families of his era.

He is a devout Methodist, and his faith has been noted as a significant influence on his personal and political life, aligning with his conservative values. Sessions was born to Jefferson Beauregard Sessions Jr., a general store owner, and Abbie Powe Sessions, a homemaker.

His father’s business and community involvement provided a modest but stable upbringing. Limited public information exists about Sessions’ siblings, but he is known to have a sister, Sarah Sessions. Details about any other siblings, if there are any, are scarce.

Sessions attended Wilcox County High School in Camden, Alabama. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1969 from Huntingdon College in Montgomery, Alabama, a small Methodist-affiliated liberal arts college. He then pursued a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Alabama School of Law, graduating in 1973. During his college years, he was active in student government, serving as president of the Student Government Association at Huntingdon.

Career

Jeff Sessions built a long and influential career in law and politics, grounded in a firm commitment to conservative ideals. After earning his Juris Doctor from the University of Alabama in 1973, he began practicing law in Russellville before moving to Mobile. In 1975, he joined the U.S. Army Reserve, where he served until 1986, rising to the rank of captain.

Sessions’ career in public service began in 1981 when President Ronald Reagan appointed him as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Alabama. He held the position for 12 years, developing a reputation as a tough prosecutor by taking on cases related to drug trafficking, public corruption, and civil rights violations. In 1986, Reagan nominated him for a federal judgeship, but the nomination was blocked amid controversy over alleged racially insensitive comments—allegations Sessions denied.

In 1994, he was elected Alabama Attorney General and served from 1995 to 1997, focusing on anti-corruption measures and law enforcement reform. His political ascent continued when he won a seat in the U.S. Senate in 1996.

Sessions represented Alabama in the Senate from 1997 to 2017, where he became a prominent voice on immigration, trade, and criminal justice. He opposed amnesty for undocumented immigrants, supported tough enforcement measures, and consistently advocated for fiscal conservatism and gun rights. He served on several influential committees, including Judiciary, Armed Services, and Budget.

In 2017, President Donald Trump appointed him as the 84th U.S. Attorney General. During his tenure, Sessions prioritized immigration enforcement, launching the controversial “zero tolerance” policy that led to family separations at the U.S.–Mexico border.

He also rescinded several Barack Obama-era guidelines on policing and emphasized efforts to combat opioid abuse and violent crime. However, his decision to recuse himself from the Russia investigation—citing his involvement in Trump’s 2016 campaign—created friction with the president and ultimately led to his resignation in November 2018.

After leaving the Justice Department, Sessions attempted a political comeback by running for his former Senate seat in 2020 but lost in the Republican primary, marking a significant moment in his decades-long public service career.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Jeff Sessions
• Twitter: Jeff Sessions (@jeffsessions) / X

Personal Life

Jeff Sessions was born on December 24, 1946, making him 78 years old.

He has been married to Mary Blackshear Sessions since 1969, and they have remained together for over five decades. Together, Jeff and Mary Sessions have three children: Mary Abigail Sessions, Ruth Sessions Walk, and Sam Sessions.

They also have several grandchildren, although the exact number is not widely publicized. The family has often been described as close-knit, with Mary Sessions actively supporting her husband’s political career while maintaining a low public profile. Jeff Sessions’ height is 1.65 m.

Net Worth

Jeff Sessions, former U.S. Senator and Attorney General, has an estimated net worth ranging from $5 million to $7.5 million.

His wealth primarily derives from a long career in law and politics, including his time as a U.S. Attorney, Alabama Attorney General, and U.S. Senator.

Significant assets include approximately 1,600 acres of timberland in Alabama, valued at up to $5 million, along with investments in mutual funds and local government bonds. He also receives a Senate pension of about $60,520 annually. His net worth saw a notable increase in 2009 due to an inheritance from his mother and aunt.