Who was Michael Waltz's first wife? All about his love life and family
Michael Waltz's first wife was Kellie Ann Breedlove, the mother of his only daughter. He is now married to Julia Nesheiwat, an Army veteran and vice president of policy and insights at TC Energy. In 2024, Mike celebrated his better half on her special day via an Instagram post that read:
Happy Mother's Day to my amazing wife, Julia. Thank you for being a source of strength and inspiration to our family.
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Key takeaways
- Mike Waltz's ex-wife, Kellie Ann Breedlove, reportedly has a background as an attorney, though details about their marriage and split remain undisclosed.
- His current spouse, Dr. Julia Nesheiwat, was commissioned in 1997 and served as a U.S. Army military intelligence officer.
- She also served as Donald Trump's homeland security advisor and has held various positions in the administrations of both George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
- Julia and Mike share a son named Armand "Armie" Waltz.
Michael Waltz's profile summary
Full name | Michael George Glen Waltz |
Famous as | Mike Waltz |
Date of birth | 31 January 1974 |
Age | 51 years old (2025) |
Birthplace | Boynton Beach, Florida, USA |
Nationality | American |
Marital status | Married |
Wife | Julia Nesheiwat |
Children | 2 |
Mother | Brenda Waltz |
Profession | Politician, entrepreneur, former Army Special Forces officer |
Political party | Republican |
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Michael Waltz's first wife maintains a low profile
Kellie Ann Breedlove is a lawyer who purportedly resides in the Washington, D.C. area. While information about her past relationship with Michael Waltz is not widely documented, they share a child, Anderson Elizabeth Waltz.
On 21 June 2020, Mike took to Instagram to post a picture with his daughter to mark Father's Day. He wrote:
Being a father is the most important job I will ever have.
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Who is Michael Waltz's current wife?
Mike and Julia exchanged nuptials in August 2021 in a private ceremony surrounded by close family and friends. On 22 August 2023, Mike penned a heartfelt message to his wife on Instagram to commemorate a milestone in their relationship. His caption read:
I can hardly believe it has been two years already! Thank you, Julia, for being my friend, confidant, partner and the love of my life.
On 10 January 2022, Waltz took to the platform to announce the birth of their first child together.
Go, Armie! 9 lbs 5 oz on 7th January. Our hearts are full in the Waltz family.
Julia Nesehiwat is the daughter of Jordanian Christian immigrants
Julia (50 as of 2025) was born on 23 June 1975 in Carmel, New York, USA. Her siblings are Janette Nesheiwat, Jaclyn Stapp, Dina Nesheiwat and Daniel Nesheiwat.
In 1990, when Janette was 13, she accidentally knocked over a fishing tackle box and a handgun discharged, killing their dad, Ziad Nesheiwat.
Julia and her siblings were then raised by their mother, Hayat Nesheiwat, a pediatric nurse. Mike's wife holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Stetson University, a Master of Arts degree from Georgetown University, and a PhD from the Tokyo Institute of Technology.
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She served in the U.S. Army for about eight years
Julia joined the Army at the age of 22. She was awarded the Bronze Star Medal in support of Operation Enduring Freedom for serving in consecutive deployments. Nesheiwat left the Army in 2005 as a captain.
She subsequently held numerous senior national security roles in the State Department, including the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
Julia was appointed Florida's first Chief Resilience Officer in 2019
Nesheiwat has worked in various energy policy and climate change initiatives. She has been affiliated with organisations such as the World Economic Forum's Global Advisory Council, the Bureau of Energy Resources, the World Green Building Council and the Atlantic Council.
From 2020 to 2021, Julia served as the 10th homeland security advisor to the U.S. President (Donald Trump).
She has lectured at various universities across the U.S.
After earning her doctorate in science and engineering, Julia lectured on the geopolitics of energy, climate, and technology in the 21st century at the University of California, San Diego, Stanford University and the Naval Postgraduate School's Department of National Security Affairs.
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Mike Waltz is the 32nd U.S. ambassador to the United Nations
Michael served in the U.S. Army for over two decades, reaching the rank of colonel. He was awarded four Bronze Stars for his service in multiple deployments to Afghanistan, Africa, and the Middle East.
Waltz was elected to the House of Representatives in 2018. From 2019 to 2025, he served as the U.S representative for Florida's 6th congressional district.
FAQs
Mike Waltz and Julia Nesheiwat currently reside in St. Johns County, Florida, USA. Below are some frequently asked questions about the politician:
How old is Michael Waltz?
Waltz (51 as of 2025) was born on 31 January 1974 to a single mother, Brenda. He attended Stanton College Preparatory School. In 1996, Mike graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in international studies from the Virginia Military Institute.
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What is Michael Waltz's net worth?
According to The Times of India, Mike has an estimated net worth of between $6 million and $10 million. This is a testament to his multifaceted career, which spans military service, politics, and business ventures.
Conclusion
Michael Waltz's first wife was attorney Kellie Ann Breedlove. The ex-couple shares a daughter, Anderson Waltz. The businessman is now married to academic Julia Nesheiwat, the mother of his son, Armand Waltz.
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