Alice Roosevelt Longworth

Alice Roosevelt Longworth (born February 12, 1884, New York, New York, U.S.—died February 20, 1980, Washington, D.C.) was an American socialite and daughter of U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt, who was known for her wit and her political influence. Alice Roosevelt Longworth — Teddy Roosevelt’s oldest child — was the most eccentric first daughter to ever enter the White House and became the strong-willed and unbridled face of the New Woman movement of the early 1900s. As the 2024 election nears, "60 Minutes: A Second Look" turned to the archives for a look at Alice Roosevelt Longworth, a former first daughter who captivated America for decades. The American...

As the 2024 election nears, "60 Minutes: A Second Look" turned to the archives for a look at Alice Roosevelt Longworth, a former first daughter who captivated America for decades. The American... The Roosevelt family moved into the White House and the nation was introduced to one of the most sensational first children in United States history, Alice Roosevelt. The spirited and sometimes unruly first daughter was a headline-maker, risk-taker, rabble-rouser, and trendsetter during her years in the White House. Alice Roosevelt Longworth was a woman who lived life on her own terms. Born in 1884, she was the daughter of President Theodore Roosevelt. Known for her sharp wit and rebellious spirit, Alice became a prominent socialite and political influencer. Alice Roosevelt Longworth, the daughter of President Theodore Roosevelt, was known for her sharp wit and colorful personality, often described as the "other Washington monument." They lived in Washington, D.C. Alice took a front row seat to politics and became close with many of the Republicans and other politicians. She frequently voiced her political opinion and in the 1930s spoke out against her cousins Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt.

Alice Roosevelt Longworth was a woman who lived life on her own terms. Born in 1884, she was the daughter of President Theodore Roosevelt. Known for her sharp wit and rebellious spirit, Alice became a prominent socialite and political influencer. Alice Roosevelt Longworth, the daughter of President Theodore Roosevelt, was known for her sharp wit and colorful personality, often described as the "other Washington monument." They lived in Washington, D.C. Alice took a front row seat to politics and became close with many of the Republicans and other politicians. She frequently voiced her political opinion and in the 1930s spoke out against her cousins Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. Alice Lee Roosevelt Longworth (1884-1980) was the only daughter of Alice Hathaway Lee Roosevelt and Theodore Roosevelt. She was born on February 12, 1884.