Vaughan Gething’s Personal Life, Siblings, Parents, Wife, Girlfriend, Kids, Other Family and Dating History
Siblings
Vaughan Gething has three brothers and one sister. He and his brother Caradoc were keen cricketers and played for both Broadwindsor and Beaminster clubs.
Parents
Vaughan’s father is a Welsh veterinarian from Ogmore-by-Sea in Glamorgan, and his mother is a Zambian chicken farmer. The family moved to the UK when Vaughan was two years old, initially settling in Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, before relocating to Dorset due to racial prejudice.
Wife
Vaughan Gething is married to Michelle Gething. The couple has one son and resides in Cardiff.
Girlfriend
There is no public information about Vaughan Gething having a girlfriend.
Kids
Vaughan and Michelle Gething have one son.
Other Family
He shares a close bond with his immediate family, often mentioning their support and influence in his life.
Dating History
There is no public information available about Vaughan Gething’s dating history prior to his marriage to Michelle Gething.
Personal Life
Humphrey Vaughan ap David Gething was born on March 15, 1974, in Lusaka, Zambia. His father, a Zambian, and his mother, a Welsh nurse, moved to the UK when Vaughan was a young child. He grew up in Dorset, England, where he also attended Beaminster Comprehensive School. Vaughan’s multicultural background and early experiences in both Zambia and the UK have significantly influenced his worldview and political career. Vaughan Gething pursued higher education at Aberystwyth University, where he studied law. And also served as the president of the Aberystwyth University Students’ Union. After completing his undergraduate degree, he went on to study at Cardiff Law School, where he qualified as a solicitor.
Career
Before entering politics, Vaughan Gething had a successful career as a solicitor. He specialized in employment law and was a partner at Thompsons Solicitors. His legal career provided him with a strong foundation in advocacy and public service, skills that would later prove invaluable in his political career.
Political Career
Vaughan Gething’s political journey began with his involvement in local politics. He was elected as a councillor for Butetown on Cardiff Council in 2004. His dedication to his community and effective leadership also quickly earned him recognition within the Welsh Labour Party.
In 2011, Vaughan was elected as the Member of the Senedd (Welsh Parliament) for Cardiff South and also Penarth. His election marked the beginning of a significant political career. He has held various ministerial roles, including:
- Deputy Minister for Health (2014-2016)
- Also Cabinet Secretary for Health, Well-being and Sport (2016-2018)
- Minister for Health and Social Services (2018-2021)
- And also Minister for the Economy (2021-2024)
In March 2024, Vaughan Gething made history by becoming the First Minister of Wales and the leader of Welsh Labour. His election as the first Black leader of any European country is also a testament to his leadership and the progressiveness of Welsh politics.
