First Lady of Kentucky

wife of the governor of Kentucky

First Lady of Kentucky is the title and role held by the hostess of the Kentucky Governor's Mansion, usually the wife of the governor of Kentucky, during the governor's term in office.

First Lady of Kentucky
Incumbent
Britainy Beshear

since December 10, 2019
StyleMadam First Lady
Mrs. Beshear
ResidenceKentucky Governor's Mansion
Unofficial namesFirst Lady of the Commonwealth of Kentucky
Websiteky.gov

Britainy Beshear is the current first lady of Kentucky, in role since December 2019 as the wife of Governor Andy Beshear.[1][2]

Origins and role

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The first lady is not elected by the citizens of Kentucky. There aren't any official jobs she is required to do and she is not paid for being the first lady. The first lady is often involved in political campaigns, and management of the Governor's Mansion. She is also involved in social causes and accompanying the governor at official and ceremonial occasions and events.

References

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  1. "First Lady Britainy Beshear - Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear". governor.ky.gov. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
  2. "Britainy Beshear". National Governors Association. Retrieved 2023-11-10.