Michael Reagan, 1945-2026

Published January 23, 2026 4:40am ET



Michael Reagan, the eldest son of President Ronald Reagan, never shied from a fight when it came to defending the principles that defined his father’s presidency. He carried the torch of conservatism with the same unapologetic vigor his father brought to the White House, turning a life marked by adoption, personal struggles, and family fame into a platform for unyielding advocacy.

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