Who is Terri Gowdy?
Terri Gowdy, originally known as Terri Dillard, is known for being the wife of Trey Gowdy, a former politician, federal prosecutor, and current television news personality. She is a former beauty pageant contestant who held the title of ‘Miss Spartanburg’ and was the second runner-up in the ‘Miss South Carolina’ pageant. As of January 2019, Terri was working as an elementary school teacher in Spartanburg School District 6. Terri and Trey met through a church youth group and have two children together, Watson and Abigail.
Terri Gowdy’s age and birthday
Gowdy Terri was born on September 11, 1966, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, USA. Her zodiac sign is Virgo.
Gowdy’s height and weight
Terri Gowdy is 5 feet 5 inches (165.1 cm) tall and weighs approximately 55 kg (121 lbs). She has blonde hair and dark brown eyes. Her distinctive appearance is further enhanced by her background as a beauty queen.
Terri Gowdy’s educational background
Gowdy Terri was educated in Spartanburg, her hometown. She completed her high school education there and likely pursued further studies, given her occupation as a first-grade teacher at Anderson Mill Elementary School in Spartanburg.
Terri Gowdy spouse and children
Gowdy Terri is married to Trey Gowdy, a multifaceted figure known for his roles in television news, politics, and law. They first met during a church youth camp and were married in 1989, raising two children: Watson Gowdy, who has faced some controversies, and Abigail Gowdy, a graduate holding degrees in Criminal Justice/Criminology and a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law. Abigail now serves as a Law Clerk in the South Carolina Judicial Branch. Additionally, the family shares their home with three dogs named Baliff, Judge, and Jury.
Terri Gowdy’s parents and siblings
Gowdy was born to Frank Dillard and Pat Dillard. Frank, her father, had a long military career and later served as a councilman for Spartanburg County. Both of her parents were active members of the First Baptist Church of Spartanburg.
Terri Gowdy’s career
Gowdy is an elementary school teacher in Spartanburg School District 6, specializing in first-grade education and nurturing early childhood development. Before her teaching role, Terri gained recognition for her involvement in beauty pageants, achieving titles such as ‘Miss Spartanburg’ and securing a second runner-up position in the ‘Miss South Carolina’ pageant.
Terri Gowdy’s net worth and salary
She has a net worth of $450,000 and generates an annual salary of $108,000.
