Career Highlights
Read about Phil Bredesen's career and accomplishments in the following section.
Phil and his family moved to Nashville, Tennessee, in 1975, and that is when he started his insurance company. He had an interest in politics, and in 1987 he ran for the mayor of Nashville. He finished second in the race with 30% of the total votes, which was won by Bill Boner. The same year he vied for the Democratic primary for the 5th District, but he also lost.
Family and Personal Life
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Phil has been in only two marriages in his entire life. His first marriage took place in 1968 when he married his first wife, Susan Cleaves. The couple did not have a child, and their union came to an end in 1974. Later that same year, he got married to his second and current wife, Andrea Conte. The couple has been blessed with one son by the name of Benjamin Bredesen.
| Wife's/Spouse's Name | Susan Cleaves (m. 1968; div. 1974), Andrea Conte (m. 1974-present) |
|---|---|
| Children/Kids | Yes 1 (Benjamin Bredesen) |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend (Dating) | N/A |
| Civil Status | Married |
Nationality, Net Worth and Other Facts
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| Full/Real Name | Philip Norman Bredesen, Jr. |
|---|---|
| Gender (Biological) | Male |
| Age (as of today) | 79 years |
| Date of Birth | November 21, 1943 |
| Place of Birth | Oceanport, New Jersey, US |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 1.7 m, 5 feet 7 inches |
| Weight | 84 kg, 185 lbs |
| Net Worth / Wealth | $150 million |
| Occupation | Businessman, Politician |
Height, Weight, and Age
Phil Bredesen's height is pretty average measuring 1.7 m. Phil Bredesen weighs 84 kg. Being born on November 21, 1943, translates to an age of 79 years as of todays date (March 31, 2023).
Quotes
I like to encourage people who are entrepreneurs-in-waiting.
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The future of our nation depends on our ability to produce food and fiber to sustain the world.
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The consequences of decisions don’t just affect spreadsheets… They affect, in fundamental ways, the lives of people and they often mean the difference between life and death.
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When John Kerry and Zell Miller and George Bush can agree on an issue, you know it’s got legs.
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Continuing economic growth requires both recruitment of new companies and expansion of existing businesses.
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