Biography
Katherine Lauren Hill (born August 25, 1987), known professionally as Katie Hill, is a former Representative for California’s 25th Congressional District in the United States. She is a prominent American politician, actress, and social services administrator.
It should be noted that she is different from Katie Hill from Emmerdale.
She was one of the first openly bisexual people elected to Congress and was a strong advocate for LGBTQ rights. As a congresswoman, her policies focused on ensuring access to healthcare and affordable housing.
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| Full name: | Katherine Lauren Hill |
| Stage name: | Katie Hill |
| Born: | August 25, 1987 (age 37) |
| Place of birth: | Abilene, Texas, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Height: | 1.73 meters |
| Parents: | Rachel Stevenson and Mike Hill |
| Siblings: | Daniel Brett Bennett (deceased) |
| Husband • Spouse: | Kenny Heslep (married 2010–2019) |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | Graham Kelly (rum.) |
| The children: | 1 |
| Job: | Politician • Actor |
| Net worth: | 13.8 million USD |
Early life and education
Katie Hill was born in Abilene, Texas, United States, on August 25, 1987. She is the daughter of Rachel Stevenson and Mike Hill. She has a younger brother named Daniel Brett Bennett, born later.
She was named Katherine Lauren Hill at birth. Her father was a police lieutenant, and her mother was a licensed local nurse.
She attended Santa Clarita Valley High School before transferring to California State University. She holds a BA in English as well as a Master’s in Public Administration.
Career
Katie Hill began her career as a policy advocate for People Assisting the Homeless (PATH), a California-based non-profit organization.
Under her leadership, the organization grew to become one of the largest nonprofit housing providers in California. She voted in favor of a ballot initiative to provide money for homeless people in Los Angeles. She was later elected as Co-Leader of the 116th Congress.
Katie Hill first entered politics in 2017, when she announced her candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives in her home district. Although she had held the position since 2014, she ran against Steve Knight in California’s 25th congressional district.
She ran for president on November 6, 2018, against Republican Representative Steve Knight. She won the election after being endorsed by former US President Barack Obama. The Oversight Committee endorsed Katie Hill’s election and she was later appointed vice chair.
Katie Hill’s main concerns throughout her political campaigns have been health care and empowering the middle class through affordable housing and increased incomes. She has run campaigns that do not accept large donations to spread the message that politics can be for anyone.
She also believes in immigration reform while working to end illegal drug trafficking and crime along the southern border. She supports building a physical barrier along some parts of the border.
Katie Hill’s Endorsements Katie Hill has received congressional endorsements from leaders like President Barack Obama, which has increased her popularity during her campaigns. Her dedication to fighting for LGBTQ rights has earned her endorsements from a variety of organizations. Political organizations like Equality California, Equality PAC, LGBTQ Victory Fund, and the Stonewall Democratic Club have endorsed her candidacy for Congress.
Personal life
Katie Hill is a bisexual woman. She came out as gay after graduating from high school. In June 2010, she married Kenny Heslep.
Katie Hill’s husband recently filed for divorce over her alleged infidelity. According to Kenny Heslep, Katie Hill had an affair with one of her employees, Graham Kelly.
Katie Hill was accused of having an affair with her male legislative director, according to Kenny Heslep. Katie Hill denied the allegations, but she admitted to having an affair with a female assistant who worked on the project.
She is said to be pregnant in 2021 and is expecting her first child.
Net worth
As the United States Representative for California’s 25th congressional district, Katie Hill’s position has brought her a large salary and fortune. She has a net worth of $13.8 million.
Social media
As a public figure, Katie Hill uses Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin to reach her followers.
