Matt Gaetz Biography: Wife, Net Worth, Age, Education, Children, Height, Education, Twitter

Biography

Matt Gaetz, born Matthew Louis Gaetz II on May 7, 1982, in Hollywood, Florida, is a renowned American politician and lawyer who served as the U.S. Representative for Florida’s 1st Congressional District from 2017 until his resignation in 2024.

A Republican, Gaetz is known for his conservative stance, aligning with the far-right and libertarian populist factions. He gained prominence for his vocal support of former President Donald Trump and his advocacy on issues such as Second Amendment rights and limited government.

Prior to Congress, he served in the Florida House of Representatives from 2010 to 2016. Gaetz holds a bachelor’s degree from Florida State University and a law degree from William & Mary Law School.

Lawyer and former United States Representative
Matt Gaetz
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Matthew Louis Gaetz II
Stage Name:	Matt Gaetz
Born:	7 May 1982 (age 43 years old)
Place of Birth:	Hollywood, Florida, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	William & Mary Law School (2007), Florida State University (2003), Niceville High School (2000)
Height:	1.82 m
Parents:	Don Gaetz, Victoria Gaetz
Siblings:	Erin Gaetz
Spouse:	Ginger Luckey Gaetz (m. 2021)
Girlfriend • Partner:	Not Dating
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Politician • Lawyer
Net Worth:	$560,017-$965,000 (USD)

Early Life & Education

Matt Gaetz was born on May 7, 1982, in Hollywood, Florida. He is of Caucasian descent and identifies as a Baptist.

His parents are Victoria (née Quertermous) Gaetz, a former pharmacist, and Don Gaetz, a prominent Florida politician and businessman who served as a Florida State Senator and Senate President.

His grandfather, Jerry Gaetz, was also a politician in North Dakota. Matt has a younger sister, Erin Gaetz, who has worked in media and political roles. Gaetz grew up in a politically active and affluent household near Fort Walton Beach, Florida, in a home that was famously featured in The Truman Show.

He attended Bluewater Elementary School and Ruckel Middle School and graduated from Niceville High School. He earned a Bachelor of Science in interdisciplinary sciences (history and political science) from Florida State University in 2003, where he was involved in the World Affairs Program Student Government Association and the Burning Spear Society.

He later graduated with a Juris Doctor from William & Mary Law School in 2007 and was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2008.

Career

Matt Gaetz began his professional journey as an attorney after earning his Juris Doctor from William & Mary Law School in 2007 and gaining admission to the Florida Bar in 2008. He practiced civil litigation and real estate law at the Keefe, Anchors & Gordon firm in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.

His political career took off in 2010 when he was elected to the Florida House of Representatives for District 4, which covers part of the Florida Panhandle. Serving until 2016, Gaetz gained recognition for his vocal support of conservative policies, including tax cuts, deregulation, and robust Second Amendment protections. His assertive legislative style earned him recognition within Florida politics.

In 2016, Gaetz was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for Florida’s 1st Congressional District and took office in January 2017. Over the next several years, he emerged as one of the most prominent far-right members of the Republican Party and a staunch ally of former President Donald Trump.

A leading figure in the House Freedom Caucus, Gaetz pushed for limited government, stricter immigration enforcement, and gun rights protections. His combative style and high-profile presence in media made him a frequent headline-maker, particularly during efforts to challenge the leadership of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in 2023.

Gaetz served on key committees, including Judiciary and Armed Services, where he weighed in on criminal justice reform and national defense policy.

In November 2024, Gaetz resigned from Congress after being nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as U.S. Attorney General. However, he later withdrew from consideration amid controversy. Following his exit from politics, Gaetz transitioned to media and launched a program on One America News Network (OANN) in 2025, continuing to influence conservative discourse from a new platform.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Matt Gaetz
• Instagram: Matt Gaetz (@repmattgaetz)
• Twitter: Matt Gaetz (@mattgaetz) · X
• Facebook: Matt Gaetz

Personal Life

Matt Gaetz was born on May 7, 1982, making him 43 years old. He married Ginger Luckey Gaetz, an entrepreneur and financial analyst, in August 2021.

The couple wed in a small ceremony on Catalina Island, California. Gaetz has no publicly confirmed biological children but has referred to Nestor Galban, a Cuban immigrant he began raising in 2014 at age 12, as his adopted son, though no formal adoption process is documented.

Gaetz stands approximately 6 feet tall.

Net Worth

Matt Gaetz’s net worth is estimated to be between $560,017 and $965,000, based on his most recent congressional financial disclosure before his resignation in November 2024.

His wealth primarily stems from real estate investments in Florida, a congressional salary of $174,000 annually, and income from book deals and media appearances.

Gaetz also benefits from his family’s fortune, with his parents, Don and Victoria Gaetz, having a reported net worth of approximately $35 million, largely from the sale of Vitas Healthcare. His wife, Ginger Luckey Gaetz, reports assets worth between $345,000 and $750,000.