Emily Ruth Black
Member of the Kennedy Dynasty
Married to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. · Parent of 2
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Three generations at a glance
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First wife of RFK Jr.
Emily Ruth Black occupies generation 2 of this recorded lineage partner to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and parent of Robert F. Kennedy III and Kathleen Alexandra Kennedy. Their place in the family is best understood through the relationships preserved in the tree.
Within the wider Kennedy Dynasty, this life forms part of a network spanning 2 recorded generations. The timeline and family snapshot below bring those connections together, while the full tree provides the broader historical context.
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Married Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
A partnership that connects two branches of the Black family.
Next generation
Family line continues
2 children recorded in this branch: Robert F. Kennedy III and Kathleen Alexandra Kennedy.
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Frequently asked questions
Who were Emily Ruth Black's children?
Emily Ruth Black had 2 children: Robert F. Kennedy III and Kathleen Alexandra Kennedy.
Who did Emily Ruth Black marry?
Emily Ruth Black was married to Robert F. Kennedy Jr..
What family tree does Emily Ruth Black belong to?
Emily Ruth Black appears in the Kennedy Dynasty family tree on Lineage, where you can explore the full interactive genealogy chart.
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