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Willie Wilson: Biography, Family, Education, Career, Net Worth, Social Media

American Businessman and Politician

June Adams by June Adams
July 15, 2022
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Willie Wilson is an American Businessman and Politician. He is also well known as a Perennial Candidate from Chicago, Illinois, who has run unsuccessfully for multiple elected offices.

Willie recently came into the spotlight, where he announced the $1 million gas giveaway to the people of Chicago. Wilson achieved much recognition and appreciation for his act.

Let’s take a glimpse and Closer look at Willie’s life!

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Willie Wilson in an event
Source: Willie Wilson Instagram

Family of Willie Wilson 

Willie Lee Wilson was born on 16 June 1948 in Gilbert, Louisiana, United States Of America. His father was a sharecropper and farmer in Louisiana. Wilson spent most of his time in Louisiana. Also, Willie lived in Miami and New York before settling in Chicago in 1965.

Wilson is married to Janette Wilson, and they have two sons named Omar and Terrell Wilson. Wilson’s son Omar, who was involved in drugs and gang dealings, was later shot and killed at the age of 20.

Willie is also claimed to have an alienated son named Mario Shannon from his ex Linda Shannon. He is not in contact with Linda and Mario but sends the School fees and other expenses to them.

Education of Willie Wilson

Willie completed his education till seventh grade. Later, he received his degree of Doctor of Divinity from Mount Carmel Theological Seminary. Moreover, he received a degree of Doctor of Humane Letters from Chicago Baptist Institute International.

We researched Wilson’s educational background and academic details but could not find them on the Internet. We will update the content as soon we find more information about Willie’s educational background.

Willie Wilson Handshaking
Source: Willie Wilson Instagram

Career of Willie Wilson

Willie left his home and started working at age 13, with 20 cents per hour in the cotton and sugar cane fields, as he was not from a wealthy background.

Later, he worked in McDonald’s, where he used to mop the floor, clean the tables, and flip the hamburgers. Later, with his efforts and hard work, he got promoted to the store manager position. And last, he owned the five franchises of McDonald’s. Since that, his career has evolved and given him pretty huge success. Willie owned several McDonald’s franchises and Restaurants but sold them at reasonable prices. 

Wilson currently owns Omar Medical Supplies, which basically imports and distributes latex gloves, safety gear, and other medical supplies and equipment and exports them worldwide. His company is one of the largest plastic gloves and clinical equipment wholesalers.

Willie also produces a National Gospel Music Television Program named Singsation, which also won Midwest Emmy Award in 2012. 

Political Career of Willie Wilson 

Willie took part as a candidate for Mayor of Chicago in 2015 and Democratic Candidate for President in 2016. Later, he again participated as the candidate for Mayor of Illinois in 2019 but lost the general election.

Later in 2020, he participated in elections for the U.S. Senate, representing Illinois in 2020, but lost in the general election. He was a part of the Democratic Party until 2020, but now he has his own political party named, Willie Wilson Party.

Name Willie Wilson
Date Of Birth 16 June 1948
Place Of Birth Gilbert, Louisiana, USA
Nationality American
Religion Christianity
Height 5’11” (180 cm)
Weight 85 KG (187 lbs.)
Hair Color Black
Eye Color Dark Brown
Zodiac Gemini

Willie Wilson’s Net Worth

The Net Worth of Willie Wilson is estimated to be around $25 million. Wilson’s primary income source is his business and political career.

Wilson lives a lavish and luxurious lifestyle. Willie owns a few properties in Chicago, including his grand house. Wilson also owns a Mercedes, Chevrolet, and a Cadillac Escalade.

Willie Wilson
Source: Willie Wilson Instagram

Willie Wilson as Philanthropist

Wilson is known for his significant financial support to Churches, Community organizations, even before he stepped into Politics. He assisted many people in meeting bail requirements and reparations of descendants of Enslaved Africans.

Willie announced to donate $1 million in Illinois for food and gas in May 2022, with a partnership with Cermak Fresh Markets and Pete’s Markets.

Willie also gave $80,000 for groceries to the people of Chicago.

Social Media of Willie Wilson

People are looking for different ways to connect with Wilson, so he is available on social media platforms. Willie is socially very active and regularly posts on social media handles. He mainly promotes his political career, which includes election posts and other details. He has few official accounts on social media platforms.

  • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/williewilsonforsenate/ 
  • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrWillieWilson 
  • Twitter – https://twitter.com/DrWillieWilson 

No other official social media accounts of Wilson are available.

Willie Wilson Addressing
Source: Willie Wilson Instagram

The Conclusion

Willie Wilson is a remarkable American businessman and politician. Wilson helped various people with his assistance. He himself is the example who rose from poverty to wealth. Wilson’s hard work definitely paid him off. He is a politician, while not a successful one but doesn’t wish to retire anytime soon.

That was all about Willie Wilson’s life! We hope you liked and enjoyed this piece of content. For more such articles and exciting information, please check out our website, usaperiodical.com.

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