What party did Walter Huddleston belong to?

Walter Huddleston was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Kentucky in the U.S. Senate.

When did Walter Huddleston serve in the U.S. Senate?

Walter Huddleston served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1973 to January 3, 1985, representing Kentucky.

When did Walter Huddleston die?

Walter Huddleston died on October 16, 2018.

Historical Profile

Walter Huddleston is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Democrat Inactive

Walter Huddleston

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

Walter Huddleston (died 2018) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from January 1973 to January 1985, during the 93rd–98th Congresses. Huddleston served as a Democrat. Huddleston died on October 16, 2018.

Key Information

Full Name: Walter Darlington Huddleston
Died: October 16, 2018
Term Started: January 15, 1979
Term Ended: January 3, 1985
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Jan 3, 1973 – Jan 15, 1979 93rd–96th Congresses Democrat Kentucky
Jan 15, 1979 – Jan 3, 1985 96th–98th Congresses Democrat Kentucky

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 Kentucky

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Huddleston's service:

Marlow Cook (KY) 1973–1974
Wendell Ford (KY) 1974–1985