David Gergen has died at the age of 83. He was a famous political adviser. His family confirmed he passed away on July 10, 2025. He had suffered from a disease called Lewy body dementia.
Gergen was born in North Carolina. He started his career writing speeches for President Richard Nixon. Later, he worked for Presidents Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan, and Bill Clinton. It was rare for someone to work for both political parties.
Friends say Gergen was calm and respectful. He was good at explaining difficult topics in simple ways. He helped shape important moments in American politics.
Later, Gergen appeared on television to talk about politics. He also taught at Harvard University. He started a center there to help mentor young leaders.
He leaves behind his wife, children, and grandchildren. A public memorial will be held at Harvard to honor him.
