Dorothy Bush Koch, the youngest child of the late George HW Bush, is a well-known American author and philanthropist. She has dedicated her life to raising funds for charities and her family’s political campaigns. Alongside one of her brothers, she co-chairs the ‘Barbara Bush Foundation of Family Literacy.’ Coming from a prominent American family with a rich history in business, sports, politics, and entertainment, Dorothy’s family is renowned for their involvement in politics and is considered one of the most successful political dynasties in American history. With four generations of public service, her family has held numerous state and national offices, including US senators, governors, and two US presidents, one of whom also served as vice president.
Quick Facts
- Also Known As: Dorothy Walker Bush
- Age: 64 Years, 64 Year Old Females
- Family:
- Spouse/Ex-: Bobby Koch (m. 1992), William LeBlond (m. 1982–1990)
- Father: George H. W. Bush
- Mother: Barbara Bush
- Siblings: George W. Bush, Jeb Bush, Marvin Bush, Neil Bush, Pauline Robinson Bush
- Children: Ellie LeBlond, Gigi Koch, Robert Koch, Sam LeBlond
- Biographers
- Philanthropists
- Height: 1.65 m
- U.S. State: Texas
- More Facts
- Education: Miss Porter’s School, United Nations International School, Boston College
Childhood & Early Life
Dorothy was born on August 18, 1959, in Harris County, Texas, US. She was the daughter of George HW Bush and Barbara Bush. Dorothy had five siblings: George W Bush, Robin Bush, Jeb Bush, Marvin Bush, and Neil Bush. Her brother George W Bush later became the 43rd president of the US, and Jeb Bush became the governor of Florida. Sadly, Dorothy’s sister Robin passed away at the age of 3 due to leukemia.
Early Life and Education
Dorothy’s family moved around frequently before settling in Houston, Texas. She spent much of her childhood at the Bush compound in Kennebunkport, Maine. Dorothy completed her schooling at Miss Porter’s School in Connecticut. In 1975, she visited China and became the first person to receive a public baptism after the government’s crackdown on foreign religious practices. Dorothy obtained a BA degree in sociology from Boston College in 1982.
Career
Dorothy is an event organizer and actively works for various charities. She has been involved in the presidential campaigns of her brother George W Bush. Dorothy is also an author and has written a book titled “My Father, My President: A Personal Account of the Life of George H.W. Bush.” The book provides an insider’s view of her father’s experiences as a vice president and president, as well as his roles as an ambassador, businessman, and director of the CIA. Dorothy wrote the book using her personal recollections, interviews with her father and his colleagues, and her father’s personal papers and notes. She successfully portrayed her father as a loving parent with a humorous side, challenging the perception of him as solely a serious businessman and political leader.
Personal Life
Dorothy has always valued her relationships with family and friends. She had a close bond with her father and would often seek his advice on important matters. After her father’s passing, Dorothy reminisced about the bedtime stories he would read to her and their conversations about her late sister Robin. Dorothy has been married twice. Her first marriage was to William Heekin LeBlond, and they had two children together before divorcing in 1990. She then married Robert P Koch, also known as Bobby Koch, in 1992. They have two children and currently reside in Bethesda, Maryland.