Steven Ford

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/steven-ford

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1. When was Steven Ford born?May 19, 1956
2. Where was Steven Ford born?Alexandria, Virginia
3. What is the advocacy focus?Speeches and fundraising for charitable organizations, particularly concerning alcoholism recovery
4. What is the philanthropic role?Serves on the board of trustees for the Gerald R. Ford Foundation
5. Who is Steven Ford?Steven Ford is the youngest son of former President Gerald Ford and First Lady Betty Ford. He grew up in a political family and later became an actor and public speaker.
6. What TV show did Steven Ford act in?Steven Ford acted on the soap opera "The Young and the Restless". He played a private investigator named Andy Richards from 1981 to 1987 and again in 2002-2003.

Commencement Address: A speech given at a graduation ceremony, often by a distinguished guest or official.
Alcohol Dependence: A chronic, relapsing brain disease characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use, despite harmful consequences.
Advocacy: The public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy.