When was Rachel Hunt born?

Rachel Hunt was born on 19 May 1965 in Kathmandu.

What positions has Rachel Hunt held?

Positions held by Rachel Hunt include: Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina (since 1 January 2025); member of the North Carolina Senate (2023–2025); member of the North Carolina House of Representatives (2019–2023).

Where did Rachel Hunt study?

Rachel Hunt was educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, University of South Carolina School of Law.

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Rachel Hunt

American politician (born 1965)

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Rachel Henderson Hunt (born May 19, 1965) is an American politician serving as the 36th lieutenant governor of North Carolina since 2025 under Governor Josh Stein. A Democrat, Hunt previously was a member of the North Carolina State Senate, having been elected in November 2022 to represent the 42nd district, based in Mecklenburg County. Previously, she served two terms in the North Carolina House, twice defeating Republican Bill Brawley.

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Born: 19 May 1965 wd
Place of birth: Kathmandu wd
Citizenship: United States wd
Occupation: politician wd
Political party: Democratic Party wd
Education: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, University of South Carolina School of Law wd
Official website: rachelhunt.com wd
Social media: X (Twitter) · Facebook · Instagram · LinkedIn wd

Positions held wd

Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina (since 1 January 2025 · BS 16 Poush 2081 onwards)
member of the North Carolina Senate (1 January 2023 – 1 January 2025 · BS 17 Poush 2079 – 16 Poush 2081)
member of the North Carolina House of Representatives (1 January 2019 – 1 January 2023)

About

Hunt is the daughter of former Governor and Lieutenant Governor Jim Hunt, and is also regarded as the main heir to his legacy. She is also the second woman to serve as lieutenant governor of the state, following Bev Perdue.

Questions

When was Rachel Hunt born?: Rachel Hunt was born on 19 May 1965 in Kathmandu.
What positions has Rachel Hunt held?: Positions held by Rachel Hunt include: Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina (since 1 January 2025); member of the North Carolina Senate (2023–2025); member of the North Carolina House of Representatives (2019–2023).
Where did Rachel Hunt study?: Rachel Hunt was educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, University of South Carolina School of Law.

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Last updated 31 October 2026 · facts checked 6 November 2026

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"Rachel Hunt". DigiNepal. Last updated 31 October 2026. https://diginpl.com/people/rachel-hunt. Retrieved 6 November 2026.

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