James Hagerty Death
James passed away on April 11, 1981 at the age of 71.
When did James Hagerty die?
April 11, 1981How old was James Hagerty when died?
71
James Hagerty Birthday and Date of Death
James Hagerty was born on May 9, 1909 and died on April 11, 1981. James was 71 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: May 9, 1909
Date of Death: April 11, 1981
Age at Death: 71
James Hagerty - Biography
James Campbell Hagerty (May 9, 1909 - April 11, 1981) served as the White House Press Secretary from 1953 to 1961 during the administration of Dwight D. Eisenhower. He is the only press secretary to serve two full presidential terms. He was known for providing much more detail on the lifestyle of the president than previous press secretaries; for example, he covered in great detail Eisenhower's medical condition. Most of the time, he handled routine affairs such as daily reports on presidential activities, defending presidential policies, and assisting diplomatic visitors. He handled embarrassing episodes, such as those related to the Soviet downing of an American spy plane, the U-2 in 1960. He handled press relations on Eisenhower's international trips, sometimes taking the blame from a hostile foreign press. Eisenhower often relied upon him for advice about public opinion, and how to phrase complex issues. Hagerty had a reputation for supporting civil rights initiatives.
