Historical Profile
Theodore Bilbo is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
Theodore Bilbo
Former U.S. Senator for Mississippi
Biography
Theodore Bilbo (died 1947) was an American politician who represented Mississippi in the United States Senate from January 1935 to August 1947, during the 74th–80th Congresses. Bilbo served as a Democrat. Bilbo died in office on August 21, 1947.
Key Information
- Full Name: Theodore Gilmore Bilbo
- Died: August 21, 1947
- Term Started: January 3, 1935
- Term Ended: August 21, 1947
Service History
- Jan 3, 1935 – Aug 21, 1947 74th–80th Congresses Democrat Mississippi
Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.
Current Senators from Mississippi
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Bilbo's service:
- Pat Harrison (MS) 1935–1941
- James Eastland (MS) 1941, 1943–1947
- Wall Doxey (MS) 1941–1943