How Old Is Christine O'Donnell?

Christine O'Donnell, the tea party-backed marketing-consultant and political commentator, is running for U.S. senator for Delaware against the county executive for New Castle County, Democratic nominee Christopher Coons. As part of a Politics Daily series providing background about the major candidates in 2010, here are some answers for frequently asked questions about her life.

How old is Christine O'Donnell?

O'Donnell is 41 years old.

When was Christine O'Donnell born?

O'Donnell was born on Aug. 27, 1969.

Where was Christine O'Donnell born?

O'Donnell was born in Moorestown, N.J.

Who are Christine O'Donnell's parents and what do they do?

Her father is Daniel O'Donnell. He is a television actor whose major role was playing Bozo the Clown. Her mother is Carole O'Donnell.

Does Christine O'Donnell have any siblings?

Christine O'Donnell has six siblings: four sisters and two brothers. Her sister Jennie O'Donnell, a lesbian, has received much press for continuing to support Christine's conservative views about homosexuality.

When did Christine O'Donnell move to Delaware?

O'Donnell moved to Wilmington, Del., in 2003 to work for Intercollegiate Studies Institute.

What did Christine O'Donnell do before deciding to run for Senate?

In 1996, O'Donnell formed and became president of the Savior's Alliance for Lifting the Truth. She has appeared as a political commentator on Fox News as well as on MTV and "Real Time With Bill Maher." She worked for the Republican National Committee in the early 1990s. She also ran for the Senate in 2006, coming in third place.

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Read Christine O'Donnell's full bio on her official website.

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