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Johnny DuPree
Profile
Johnny DuPree is an American politician currently serving as a member of the Mississippi Senate for the 45th district, having been elected in 2025. He previously served as the mayor of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, from 2001 to 2017, becoming the city's first African-American mayor. Throughout his career, DuPree has been a prominent figure in Mississippi politics, notably serving as the Democratic nominee for Governor in 2011, Secretary of State in 2019, and for Congress in 2022. His legislative work focuses on economic development and education.
Details
- Born
- November 18, 1953 · 72 years old
- Birth place
- Fort Benning, Georgia
- Education
- University of Southern Mississippi, Jackson State University
- Career
- Real estate business owner, member of the Forrest County Board of Supervisors, Hattiesburg Public School Board member
