First Black US Secretary of State Colin Powell’s son Michael Powell is a former chairman of the Federal Communications Commission.
Michael Powell is the president of the trade association of the National Cable and Telecommunications Association |(NCTA).
He followed in his father, Colin Powell’s footsteps and went into the military after finishing college.
Afterward, in 2001, former President George W. Bush appointed him as the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, as per USA Today.
His father, Colin was the first Black Secretary of State in American history. He assumed the position from 2001 until 2005 and served under former President Bush.
On October 18, 2021. Mr. Colin died from complications of Covid-19. He was fully vaccinated.
His family announced the news on his Facebook page describing him as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and an amazing American.
Who Is Colin Powell Son Michael Powell?
Michael Powell is a graduate of the College of William and Mary and was born as the son of Colin Powell and Alma Powell.
Mr. Powell served as a cavalry platoon leader and troop executive officer during his time in the military. He got injured in one of his duties which seriously injured his pelvis and spine.
After his rehabilitation, he received his Juris Doctor degree from the Georgetown University Law Center. He also worked as a clerk for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C Circuit.
He joined RAND Corporation as a member of the board of trustees. Further, he is the first African-American to be elected the Rector of the Board of Visitors.
Michael Powell Age & Family Explored
Michael Powell, age 58, was born in the year 1983 on March 23. He grew up in Birmingham, Alabama with his parents and family.
Powell’s mother Alma Powell and father Colin married in 1962. He has two sisters named Linda Powell and Anne Marie Powell. Both of them have successful careers in the film industry.
His mother is a longtime advocate for youth and children’s rights. She was the Chair of the Board of Directors for America’s Promise Alliance.
What Is Michael Powell Net Worth?
Michael Powell’s verified net worth is not estimated at the moment.
However, he must have earned a salary in the range of a few hundred thousand dollars.