Dick Cheney — In Memoriam

In memory — 46th U.S. Vice President (1941–2025).

Aged 84 at passing

1941–2025 · Born January 30, 1941 · Died November 3, 2025

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Quick biography

Richard Bruce Cheney was born on January 30, 1941, in Lincoln, Nebraska, and raised in Casper, Wyoming. He earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in political science from the University of Wyoming and entered public service in Washington in 1969.

Cheney’s career spanned five decades: White House Chief of Staff under President Gerald Ford (the youngest ever), six terms as Wyoming’s congressman, Secretary of Defense under President George H. W. Bush — overseeing the 1991 Gulf War — and chairman and CEO of Halliburton from 1995 to 2000.

Career highlights

✦1975–1977 — Youngest-ever White House Chief of Staff under Gerald Ford.
✦1979–1989 — Serves six terms as Wyoming’s congressman.
✦1989–1993 — Secretary of Defense; oversees the Gulf War.
✦1995–2000 — Chairman and CEO of Halliburton.
✦2001–2009 — 46th Vice President of the United States.
✦2025 — Passes away on November 3, aged 84.

Personal life in brief

Cheney was married to Lynne Cheney. They had two daughters, Liz Cheney — a former congresswoman — and Mary Cheney.

Legacy & influence

He served as the 46th Vice President of the United States from 2001 to 2009 under George W. Bush, becoming one of the most influential vice presidents in American history. He passed away on November 3, 2025, at the age of 84. 🕊️

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Dick Cheney die?

Dick Cheney died on November 3, 2025, at the age of 84, from complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease, according to his family.

When was Dick Cheney vice president?

He served as the 46th Vice President of the United States from January 20, 2001 to January 20, 2009, under President George W. Bush.

What did Dick Cheney do before becoming vice president?

He was White House Chief of Staff under Gerald Ford, a six-term Wyoming congressman, Secretary of Defense under George H. W. Bush, and CEO of Halliburton.