Michael Reagan, President Ronald Reagan’s eldest son, dies at 80
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Key Points:
- Michael Reagan, eldest son of President Ronald Reagan and conservative commentator, has died at the age of 80, as announced by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute.
- He was known for his conservative commentary on Newsmax and his syndicated radio program, “The Michael Reagan Show,” as well as authoring books about his personal life.
- Born in 1945 and adopted by Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman shortly after birth, Michael pursued acting and later became active in charitable causes, including chairing the John Douglas French Alzheimer’s Foundation.
- He was recognized for his dedication to preserving and promoting his father’s legacy, serving as chair of the Reagan Legacy Foundation.
- Michael Reagan is survived by two children from his second marriage
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