Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, a revered figure of 20th century American life, died on May 19, 1994, at the age of 64. She was the widow of John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, and of Aristotle Onassis, a Greek shipping magnate An American first lady, socialite, author, editor, and diplomat, Kennedy Onassis inspired a generation of Americans for her style, grace, and passionate commitment to the arts. She brought a symbolism to the White House that had not been seen before and left an indelible mark on the US presidency. During the three years of Kennedy's presidency, from 1961 to 1963, Mrs. Kennedy became a fashion icon for her elegant wardrobe and her famous “soft bangs” hairstyle. As an accomplished equestrienne who spoke multiple languages, she was the country’s first lady of good taste and fashion. After her husband's assassination in 1963, she worked tirelessly to secure his legacy, undergoing a comprehensive restoration of the White House and later overseeing the monument to Kennedy’s lifetime achievements, the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston. Following the death of her second husband in 1975, Mrs. Onassis was a devoted parent to her surviving children. A patron of the arts, Kennedy Onassis was highly respected by the literary and publishing communities for her work with Doubleday & Co., where she held the title of editor and consultant. She also served as a US ambassador to Greece between 1978 and 1981. In her later years, Kennedy Onassis made a triumphant return to the public spotlight at events such as the christening of the USS John F. Kennedy in 1967 and the dedication of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in 1982. Her grace, elegance, and wit remain the standard by which first ladies, women, and Americans continue to be judged. Though she is gone, Jackie Kennedy’s legacy as an international style icon and American symbol of grace and charm lives on.