Before joining her husband in the White House, Reagan enjoyed a ten-year acting career in the 1940s and 50s. After remarrying to Ronald Reagan in 1952, who was then the President of the Screen Actors Guild, the two embarked on a journey from Hollywood to the White House.
The two stayed in office from 1981 until 1989. After the First Family stepped down, Ronald and Nancy Reagan stayed together until he passed away in 2004.
While Ronald Reagan undoubtedly made his mark as Head of State, making major decisions during the Cold War and domestic policies, the former First Lady also formed campaigns that fought for feminism and for drug awareness. She is most recognized for her “Just Say No!” campaign, which advocated for drug awareness and her fashion sense that was criticized for its luxurious style.
