Kay Ellen Ivey (born October 15, 1944) is an American politician who has served as Alabama’s 54th governor since 2017. She was the 38th Alabama State Treasurer from 2003 to 2011 and the 30th Lieutenant Governor of Alabama from 2011 to 2017. She is a Republican. Following the departure of her predecessor, Robert J. Bentley, she became the second female governor and the first female Republican governor. In the 2018 gubernatorial race, she defeated competitor Walt Maddox by a significant majority.
Quick Facts
| Real Name | Kay Ellen Ivey |
| Nick Name | Kay |
| Born | October 15, 1944 |
| Age | 79 years old |
| Profession | Politician |
| Known For | Republican (2002–present) |
| Birthplace | Camden, Alabama, U.S |
| Nationality | American |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Horoscope | Aries |
| Physical Stats | |
| Height/ Tall | In feet – 5’6″ |
| Weight | 60 kg |
| Eye Color | Hazel |
| Hair Color | Greyish |
| Family | |
| Parents | Father: Boadman Nettles Ivey Mother: Barbara Elizabeth (Nettles) Ivey |
| Personal Life | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Husband/Spouse | Ben LaRavia |
| Children | No |
| Qualification | |
| Education | Auburn University (BA) |
| Income | |
| Net Worth | Approx $119,950 USD (As of 2024) |
| Online Contacts | |
| Social Media Links | Instagram, Twitter, Facebook |
| Awards | Not Known |
| Residence | Governor’s Mansion |
| Political party | Republican (2002–present) |
Kay Ivey Biography
Kay Ivey was born in Camden, Alabama on October 15, 1944. Boadman Nettles Ivey is her father, and Barbara Elizabeth (Nettles) Ivey is her mother. Her father was a World War II army major who later worked with the Gees Bend community as part of the Farmers Home Administration, a federal initiative.
She adores her family and wrote on Instagram, “As an only child, I treasure the close relationship I had with my parents, Boadman and Barbara Nettles Ivey.” They educated me about life’s joys and sorrows, but most importantly, they taught me how to be a high achiever. I was fortunate to have two God-fearing, loving parents, and there isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think about them. Today, I remember their memories by encouraging you to disconnect from technology and spend quality time with your loved ones.”
She graduated from Auburn University, where she was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta, where she became president of her first-year pledge class, and where she participated in the Student Government Association for four years. While at Auburn, Ivey took part in a blackface skit for which she later apologized.
Kay IveyAge, Height And Weight
Kay Ivey is 79 years old in 2024. She has a height of 5’6″ and a width of 5’6″. Her weight is approximately 60 kg. Her eyes are hazel, and her hair is greyish. She wears a UK size 6 shoe.
Political Career of Kay Ivey
In 1979, she was named to the state cabinet by then-Governor Fob James. She later worked as the reading clerk for the Alabama House of Representatives from 1980 to 1982, and as the Assistant Director of the Alabama Development Office from 1982 to 1985. In 1982, she ran unsuccessfully for State Auditor as a Democrat. In 2018, Ivey passed legislation exempting economic development experts from registering as lobbyists under Alabama ethics law. During the 2020 coronavirus pandemic, Ivey issued a state of emergency on March 13, 2020. On April 3, Ivey issued a stay-at-home order that went into force the next day.
Kay Ivey Husband, Marriage
Kay Ivey has been married and divorced twice, and she has no children. Her first husband was Ben LaRavia. They got engaged while attending Auburn University.
Ivey was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2019.
On September 20, 2019, she received outpatient treatment at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. “I am confident in God’s plan and purpose for my life,” she stated. Ivey was confirmed cancer-free in January 2020. The cancer was in its early stages and reacted favorably to radiation therapy.
Kay Ivey’s Net worth
Ivey offers multiple bank and investment accounts with income ranging from $1,000 to $50,000 as of 2024. She also mentions a salary of $50,000 to $100,000 as Lt. Gov. She received $60,830. She gets $119,950 as governor.
In 2016, Ivey earned between $10,000 and $50,000 from hunting leases and $50,000 to $150,000 from Weyerhaeuser, a Washington state forestry firm, according to disclosure papers. Ivey’s land in Monroe County generates the money. The fair market value of the property is listed as $250,000. According to Ivey’s previous financial disclosure forms, the woodland has brought in up to $250,000 each year.
