Dick Cheney served as Vice President from January 20, 2001, to January 20, 2009, spanning two full terms under President George W. Bush. Born on January 30, 1941, he was 59 years old when he began his tenure and 68 years old when it ended, meaning he held the office between those ages throughout his service.

Age Breakdown

His vice presidency covered ages 59–68 precisely:

Inauguration/End Date| Age Calculation| Exact Age
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Jan 20, 2001 (start)| Born Jan 30, 1941| 59 years, 11 months 1
Jan 20, 2005 (2nd term)| After 4 years| 64 years
Jan 20, 2009 (end)| After 8 years| 68 years 7

Contextual Notes

  • Cheney entered office just before turning 60, navigating major events like 9/11 at an age when many leaders peak in influence.
  • By his exit, at 68, he was among older VPs, with health issues (heart attacks) noted publicly, yet he remained highly active.
  • Trending angle : Recent 2025 discussions (post his passing at 84) revisit his era, with forums debating his "hawkish" age-driven decisiveness vs. critics' views on judgment.

TL;DR : Cheney was 59–68 as VP, starting near 60 and ending at 68.

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