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This list includes all persons who served as first ladies, regardless of whether they were married to the incumbent president or not, as well as persons who are considered first ladies by the official White House website and the White House Historical Association.
Learn about the lives and achievements of the women who have served as first ladies of the United States, from Martha Washington to Jill Biden. Explore their biographies, videos, stories and more on HISTORY.
American first ladies have played a prominent role in the political and social life of the country. See our list below of women who were married to the president.
Explore the biographies and portraits of the women who have served as First Ladies of the United States from Martha Washington to Dr. Jill Biden. Learn about their roles, achievements, challenges, and legacies in American history.
Jill Biden has served as the first lady of the United States since 2021, as the wife of the 46th president, Joe Biden. Jill Biden is also one of twelve second ladies to have gone on to become first ladies during their spouses' terms as president.
Learn how different women have shaped the role of first lady and their contributions to the nation. See more than two dozen gowns from the First Ladies Collection, including those worn by Frances Cleveland, Lou Hoover, Jacqueline Kennedy, Laura Bush, and Michelle Obama.
Jill Biden, the current first lady of the United States since January 20, 2021. This is a list of women who served as the first lady of the United States.
