Warren Buffett’s Wife Astrid Menks Biography: Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Ethnicity, Step Children, Husband

Astrid Menks is best known as the wife of Warren Buffett, one of the world’s most successful investors.

Their relationship, which began in the late 1970s, has been a subject of public interest due to its unconventional nature and longevity.

Despite her association with Buffett, Menks has maintained a relatively low public profile, focusing on her personal life and philanthropic endeavours.

Profile

• Full name: Astrid Menks
• Date of birth: January 31, 1946
• Age: 79 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Latvia
• Nationality: Latvian-American
• Profession: Former waitress, philanthropist
• Height: Approximately 5 feet 5 inches (1.65 meters)
• Parents: Her father was a mailman, and her mother worked at a local grocery store.
• Siblings: She has five siblings.
• Spouse: Warren Buffett
• Children: While Astrid Menks does not have biological children, she is the stepmother to Warren Buffett‘s three children: Susan Buffett, Howard Buffett, and Peter Buffett.
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Christianity
• Ethnicity: Latvian
• Net worth: $5 million

Early Life and Education

Astrid Menks was born on January 31, 1946, in Latvia. She emigrated to the United States, where she settled in Omaha, Nebraska. In the 1970s, she worked as a waitress at The French Café cocktail bar in Omaha.

It was during this time that she met Warren Buffett, who was introduced to her by his first wife, Susan Thompson Buffett. Susan, pursuing a singing career in San Francisco, asked Menks to look after Warren during her absence. Over time, Menks became a significant part of Warren’s life.

Personal Life

In 2006, on his 76th birthday, Warren Buffett married Astrid Menks in a civil ceremony. Before their marriage, Menks had been living with Buffett since the late 1970s.

Their relationship began while Buffett was still married to Susan, and the three maintained a close and amicable relationship. They often sent out holiday cards signed “Warren, Susie, and Astrid,” reflecting their unique familial bond.

Career

Before her relationship with Warren Buffett, Astrid Menks worked as a waitress at The French Café cocktail bar in Omaha. Details about her career after her marriage are limited, as she has kept a low public profile. However, she is known for her philanthropic activities, particularly her contributions to local causes in Omaha.

Net Worth

Astrid Menks‘ net worth is around $5 million. She is married to Warren Buffett, whose net worth is estimated to be around $114 billion as of 2023.  

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