Quick Info
| Profession | Real estate investor, developer and diplomat |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 15/03/1957 |
| Age | 69 years |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Steve Witkoff
21/10/2026
Witkoff met Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg for talks aimed at advancing proposals to end the war in Ukraine and restarting trilateral negotiations. During the meeting, Russia announced it would release American Stephen Hubbard, who had been held for more than four years and was designated as wrongfully detained by the U.S. government.
21/10/2026
Witkoff drew bipartisan criticism after calling Putin a "humanitarian" while thanking him for the prisoner release. Some lawmakers from both parties condemned the remark, while Vice President JD Vance defended Witkoff's work in bringing the American home.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Steven Charles Witkoff is an American real estate investor, developer and former attorney who founded the Witkoff Group. Since 2025 he has served as United States Special Envoy to the Middle East and Special Envoy for Peace Missions under President Donald Trump. |
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| Political Party | Republican |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Hofstra University |
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| Union College | Attended |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married to Lauren Rappoport in 1987; reported as separated |
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Relationships & More
| Donald Trump | Longtime friend and political ally; Witkoff was appointed as Middle East envoy in November 2024 |
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Family
| Spouse | Lauren Rappoport |
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Career
| Witkoff Group | Founded in 1997; develops, finances and constructs commercial and luxury real estate in New York and Florida |
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| Negotiations |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Met Donald Trump while working as a real estate attorney | |
| 2. Son Alex Witkoff succeeded him as CEO of the Witkoff Group in early 2025 | |
| 3. Has been described as a de facto envoy to Russian president Vladimir Putin |
