George Richard Moscone (November 24, 1929 – November 27, 1978) was an American lawyer and politician.
He served the mayor of San Francisco from 1976 through 1978. He was a member of the Democratic Party.
George Moscone | |
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37th Mayor of San Francisco | |
In office January 8, 1976 – November 27, 1978 | |
Preceded by | Joseph Alioto |
Succeeded by | Dianne Feinstein |
Member of the California Senate from the 6th district | |
In office 1971–1976 | |
Preceded by | (redistricted from 10th) |
Succeeded by | John Francis Foran |
Member of the California Senate from the 10th district | |
In office 1967–1971 | |
Preceded by | Harold Thomas Sedgwick |
Succeeded by | (redistricted into 6th) |
Member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors | |
In office 1963–1966 | |
Personal details | |
Born | George Richard Moscone November 24, 1929 San Francisco, California, U.S. |
Died | November 27, 1978 San Francisco, California, U.S. | (aged 49)
Resting place | Holy Cross Cemetery Colma, California |
Nationality | Italian-American |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse(s) | Gina Bodanza |
Children | Jenifer, Rebecca, Christopher and Jonathan |
Profession | Attorney |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1953-1956 |
Moscone was born on November 24, 1929 in San Francisco, California. He studied at St. Ignatius College Preparatory and at University of the Pacific.
Moscone was married to Gina Bodanza until his death. He had 4 children.
On November 27, 1978, Moscone and Harvey Milk were shot dead by Dan White in San Francisco City Hall.
In the 2008 movie Milk, he was played by Victor Garber.
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