Richard B. Cheney

politician

Richard B. Cheney, the 46th Vice President of the United States, passed away at the age of 84 due to complications from pneumonia and cardiovascular diseases. A prominent figure in American politics during the early 2000s, Cheney was born in 1941 in Nebraska and began his political career as Gerald Ford's Chief of Staff. He later served as Secretary of Defense under George H.W. Bush, overseeing operations during the Gulf War. Cheney is perhaps best known for his influential role as Vice President under George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009, where he played a key role in shaping U.S. policy during pivotal moments such as the September 11 attacks and the subsequent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. He was married to Lynne Cheney since 1964, and they had two daughters, Elizabeth and Mary. Cheney faced significant health challenges throughout his life, including multiple heart attacks and a heart transplant in 2012.