Matthew Rauch Kennedy was born on September 1, 1980, the twin brother of former U.S. Representative Joe Kennedy III. He is the son of Joe Kennedy II and Sheila Rauch, and a grandson of Senator Robert F. Kennedy. Unlike many members of his generation in the Kennedy family, Matthew has pursued a path outside the political spotlight, establishing himself in the business world while maintaining the family's strong sense of civic identity.
Matthew Kennedy has built a career in business, deliberately maintaining a private life that stands in contrast to the high-profile political careers of several of his siblings and cousins. His twin brother Joe III served four terms in Congress, and his father Joe II represented Massachusetts for over a decade, making Matthew's decision to remain outside politics a deliberate and respected one. He carries the Kennedy name with quiet dignity, serving as a reminder that the family's legacy is expressed in many forms beyond electoral office. Little is disclosed publicly about his specific business ventures or personal life, reflecting his own preference for privacy.
Matthew Rauch Kennedy is the child of Joseph P. Kennedy II and Sheila Rauch, Beth Kelly. They married Katherine Manning (m. 2012) and had 2 children: Lily Frances Kennedy, Charlotte Ethel Kennedy.
Siblings
No. Despite being the twin brother of former Congressman Joe Kennedy III and the grandson of Robert F. Kennedy, Matthew Kennedy has pursued a career in business and maintained a private life outside of politics.
Matthew Kennedy's twin brother is Joseph Patrick Kennedy III, who served as U.S. Representative for Massachusetts's 4th congressional district from 2013 to 2021.