Nancy Kissinger, wife of Henry Kissinger, dies at 92

Nancy Kissinger, a foreign policy specialist who became a constant presence in global diplomacy and New York social circles as the wife of former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, has died. She was 92. Her death occurred on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at her home in South Kent, Connecticut, as announced by her family.

Mrs. Kissinger's life was deeply intertwined with that of her husband, who served as America's top diplomat under Presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. A former colleague of Nelson Rockefeller, she met Henry Kissinger in 1964 through their shared work for the New York governor. They married on March 30, 1974, and she immediately became an integral part of his public life. Though never an official diplomat, she traveled extensively with him on critical missions, from the Middle East to the Soviet Union and China, often noted for her poise and intellect.

Standing nearly six feet tall with a reputation for warmth and wit, Nancy Kissinger provided a steadfast support system for her husband during his complex career. She managed their social rise in New York, organizing major events and hosting gatherings with influential figures in finance, media, and politics....