Elizabeth Holmes

Businesswoman; founder and former CEO of Theranos

American Washington, D.C., U.S.

Quick Info

ProfessionBusinesswoman; founder and former CEO of Theranos
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth03/02/1984
Age42 years
BirthplaceWashington, D.C., U.S.

Latest News about Elizabeth Holmes

26/03/2026

A federal judge reduced Elizabeth Holmes’s prison sentence by 12 months, bringing it to 123 months. The reduction came after revised federal sentencing guidelines were considered, including her lack of prior convictions.

21/01/2026

Holmes requested that Donald Trump commute her prison sentence while she remains incarcerated at FPC Bryan in Texas. The request was listed as pending by the Justice Department’s Office of the Pardon Attorney.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameElizabeth Anne Holmes
Known ForFounding Theranos and later being convicted of fraud
OverviewElizabeth Holmes is an American former businesswoman who founded Theranos in 2003 and later became known for her fraud conviction related to the company.

Educational Qualification(s)

Alma MaterStanford University (did not complete degree)
Field of StudyChemical engineering

Personal Life

SpouseBilly Evans

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
SpouseBilly Evans

Family

FatherChristian Holmes IV
MotherNoel Holmes
Children2

Career

Companies FoundedTheranos
Notable Roles
  • Founder
  • CEO
Career SummaryFounded Theranos in 2003 and led the company until it collapsed amid allegations of fraud.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Founded Theranos at age 19.
2. Was once described as a young self-made female billionaire.
3. Was convicted in connection with fraud tied to Theranos.
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