When was Bill Clinton born and where was he born?
Bill Clinton was born on the 19th of August 1946 in Hope, Arkansas. He was born three months after his father died in a car accident.
Common questions about Bill Clinton
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How old was Bill Clinton when he became governor of Arkansas?
Bill Clinton became the youngest governor in the United States at age 31. He served as governor of Arkansas from 1979 to 1981 and again from 1983.
What caused Bill Clinton to enter politics instead of pursuing music?
Bill Clinton chose politics over music after a mock trial in his Latin class where he argued the defense of the Roman senator Catiline. This experience convinced him he had a future in law and public service.
When did Bill Clinton serve as president of the United States?
Bill Clinton served as the 42nd president of the United States from 1993 to 2001. He was the first Democrat to win two consecutive presidential elections since Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Why was Bill Clinton impeached in 1998?
Bill Clinton was impeached in 1998 after allegations that he lied under oath about his relationship with Monica Lewinsky and obstructed justice. The House of Representatives voted to impeach him on charges of perjury and obstruction of justice.
What happened to Bill Clinton after he left office in 2001?
After leaving office in 2001, Bill Clinton founded the Clinton Foundation to address international causes such as the prevention of HIV/AIDS and global warming. He became the earliest-serving living former U.S. president following Jimmy Carter's death in December 2024.