Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney, who passed away on November 3, 2025, at the age of 84, left behind a powerful political legacy — and a close-knit family that played a significant role throughout his career. At the heart of that family are his two daughters, Liz Cheney and Mary Cheney, both of whom have carved their own distinct paths in public life.
Here’s everything to know about Dick Cheney’s daughters.
Liz Cheney — The Political Force
Elizabeth Lynne Cheney, born on July 28, 1966, in Madison, Wisconsin, is the elder daughter of Dick and Lynne Cheney. Like her father, Liz has been deeply involved in Republican politics and became one of the most prominent conservative voices of her generation.
Liz Cheney graduated from Colorado College, where she wrote her senior thesis on the expansion of presidential power — a subject that foreshadowed her future political involvement. She later earned her law degree from the University of Chicago Law School.
Her career began with positions in the U.S. State Department and USAID, followed by her election as the U.S. Representative for Wyoming’s at-large congressional district in 2016.
During her tenure in Congress, Liz quickly rose to prominence, serving as Chair of the House Republican Conference, making her one of the highest-ranking women in Republican Party history. However, she became a polarizing figure after openly criticizing former President Donald Trump and voting to impeach him following the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
Despite facing backlash from within her party, Liz Cheney’s stand for constitutional integrity earned her respect from moderates and independents across the U.S. After leaving Congress, she continued her work as an author, political commentator, and advocate for democracy and the rule of law.
Mary Cheney — The Advocate and Political Strategist
Mary Claire Cheney, born on March 14, 1969, in Madison, Wisconsin, is the younger daughter of Dick and Lynne Cheney. While she didn’t follow her father into elected office, Mary became well-known for her work in political consulting and her advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights.
Mary Cheney earned her Bachelor’s degree from Colorado College and later obtained a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Denver. Over the years, she has worked in both the private and political sectors, including roles on her father’s 2004 re-election campaign.
Mary made headlines for her openness about her sexuality at a time when LGBTQ+ rights were still a controversial issue within conservative circles. Her coming out publicly in the early 2000s sparked national conversations about inclusion and family within the Republican Party.
She has been a strong advocate for same-sex marriage, speaking candidly about her relationship with her long-term partner (and now wife), Heather Poe. The couple shares two children together and maintains a relatively private life compared to her sister Liz’s political spotlight.
