Wade Christensen is an American attorney who served as the first, and only, First Gentleman of Oklahoma between 2011 and 2019.
Wade Christensen | |
|---|---|
| First Gentleman of Oklahoma | |
| In office January 10, 2011 – January 14, 2019 | |
| Governor | Mary Fallin |
| Preceded by | Kim Henry |
| Succeeded by | Sarah Stitt |
| Personal details | |
| Born | El Reno, Oklahoma |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Mary Fallin (m. 2009) |
Early life and career
editWade Christensen was born in El Reno, Oklahoma, to James Christensen and Clairce Jo. His parents were teachers and farmers. He earned his bachelor's degree from Oklahoma State University and his Juris Doctor from the University of Tulsa College of Law. He worked as an attorney focused on banking, oil and gas, and real estate.[1] He married Mary Fallin on November 21, 2009. David B. Hooten played their wedding reception.[2]
First Gentleman
editChristensen was the first, and only, First Gentleman of Oklahoma between 2011 and 2019. He received permission from the state to work for the University of Oklahoma and state worker's compensation agency during his tenure.[3]
References
edit- ^ "Wade Christensen". nga.gov. National Governors Association. Retrieved 11 May 2024.
- ^ Wallace, Helen Ford (January 18, 2010). "Mary Fallin, D. Wade Christensen celebrate at a wedding reception". The Oklahoman. Retrieved 11 May 2024.
- ^ Celock, John (18 November 2011). "Governor's Husband Given Permission For Legal Work". HuffPost. Retrieved 11 May 2024.