Former White House deputy Secretary TJ Ducklo was criticized for using misogynist comments and language to Tara Palmeri, a politico Journalist who was questioning him about his relationship with political reporter Alexi McCammond.
He even threatened her saying he would destroy her. As for the White House’s strict ethics, Biden warned TJ, he would not tolerate such behavior from his team. At first, TJ was suspended without pay for 7 days. Later, TJ decided to resign from his post.
He was serving as a political adviser, Special Assistant to the President, and White House Junior Deputy Press Secretary for the Biden Administration from January 2021. he resigned from the post on February 13, 2021.
TJ Ducklo Wiki: Age, Birthday, Parents, Religion
Tyler Joseph Ducklo aka TJ Ducklo was born on the 22nd of September, 1988 in Nashville, Tennessee. Ducklo was born to his parents, father, Tommy Ducklo, and mother, Beth Ducklo. Tommy Ducklo is the owner of Ducklo Eyecare in Nashville. He was also a retired teacher and has been a member of the local Teacher’s Union.
Whereas, TJ’s mother, Beth, was a retired postal worker. His grandfather worked for many years on the railroads. Ducklo’s family has always worked hard with a blue-collar mentality just like Joe Biden. And having grown up with a blissful childhood, TJ always thanks his family for their support.
TJ Ducklo Education
Taking of TJ Ducklo’s education, he attended the University School of Nashville from 1999 to 2007. After which, he enrolled in George Washington University in Washington, D.C., USA to graduate magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in political communication in 2011.
During his studies, TJ worked as an intern at The Fritts Group and at the Tennessee Association of Broadcasters. He was also a research and staff assistant at the office of Mary Matalin and James Carville.
TJ Ducklo Career Biography
After graduating, TJ started working as a press assistant for the Motion Picture Association of America. He then went on to become the corporate communications deputy director. Ducklo was also a member of the team working on Washington D.C.’s bid for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
He as well worked as the corporate communications senior manager at Viacom in New York City. Moreover, TJ is also the owner of TJD Communications, Inc, and has worked for the Showtime documentary The Circus: Inside the Biggest Story on Earth.
Previously, Ducklo worked in NBC News as a senior communications director, and in 2019, he became the national secretary of the Biden for his presidential campaign. In the same year, TJ was diagnosed with 4th stage lung cancer. He is still receiving treatment for the disease.
On 20th January 2021, TJ was appointed as a White House deputy press secretary which he resigned from on February 13, 2021.
Is TJ Ducklo Married? Wife!
Many are curious to unravel the personal details of this young man, TJ Ducklo. The most asked question about TJ is that of his marital status.
But the fact is that TJ Ducklo has never been married. Yes, TJ Ducklo isn’t a married man as of yet and has no one to be called his wife. However, if things go right between Ducklo and his girlfriend Alexi McCammond, they might end up getting married, who knows?
TJ Ducklo Girlfriend, Dating Alexi McCammond
TJ is dating Alexi McCammond since November 2020. At the time, TJ was super single and Alexi was in a serious relationship. However, they soon found out- they are both attracted to each other. Also, when TJ was diagnosed with cancer and had to receive treatment, Alexi accompanied him in his every treatment.
Alexi is a black female reporter for Axios and has covered the Biden campaign and his transition. Since both were working for Joe Biden but for two separate channels, the relationship may have been the obtrusion in their professional life.
Alexi McCammond Net Worth 2020,Husband, Age, Parents, Fiancé, Birthday, Wiki, Bio
So TJ informed his bosses and Alexi did the same. She was switched to cover Congressional stories. Also, Alexi has stated that TJ has never given her the news or stories for her reporting. She further stated they have kept their professional and personal life separate.
However, their relationship has caused professional chaos for TJ after The People Magazine published their relationship profile. The Politico reporter, Tara Palmeri, further questioned TJ about his relationship with Alexi for which he insulted and threatened the reporter. After the news broke out, he apologized to Tara and had to resign from the post.
Alexi McCammond was Engaged to Get Married
Alexi met Rob Groulx in 2017 after a few months of conversation, Alexi started dating Rob, who was a filmmaker from Washington.
But fate had something else planned for Alexi’ as she broke up with her former-boyfriend, Alexi, because of their issues. Following her breakup, Alexi took some time off from dating and relationships. Eventually, in 2019, Alexi came across Matt Kuncman.
The two started dating in early 2019 and surprisingly enough Matt Kuncman proposed to Alexi in June of 2020. Alexi couldn’t contain her happiness in being engaged to her partner and she shared the news with her followers with a post on Instagram. In the post, Alexi mentioned how her to-be husband was her best friend and her rock; she wrote
“He joked about our wedding on the 4th date, though we both knew by the second that we were in trouble. I’ve felt happier, more confident, and 100% fearless since we met. He’s my best friend/life partner and my rock during insane times. So, out of an abundance of caution: we’re getting married!”
However, not long after their engagement, Alexi reportedly found love in TJ Ducklo. Due to this, Alexi parted ways with her fiance, calling off their engagement.
TJ Ducklo Net Worth, Salary 2021
While was working as White House deputy Secretary, TJ earned an average salary of $120,000 annually. Ducklo even owned TJD Communications, Inc., and has several years of experience working for various companies as their spokesperson.
At the age of 32, TJ has paved a successful career path for himself, except for the recent backlash. And from his striving career thus far, TJ Ducklo has accumulated a net worth of nearly 500,000.
TJ Ducklo Social Media
TJ has kept his Instagram account tducklo private but he has to date 1720 followers. Through his Twitter account @TDucklo created in August 2011, he has notified his 73.4k followers about his resignation and released his statement.
Quick Wiki Facts and Information on TJ Ducklo
Full Name/Real Name | Tyler Joseph Ducklo |
Nickname | TJ Ducklo |
Date of Birth/Birthday | 22nd of September, 1988 |
Age | 32 |
Birth Sign | Virgo |
Born Country | USA |
Nationality | American |
Hometown | Nashville, Tennessee |
Ethnicity | White |
Parents | Tommy Ducklo and Beth Ducklo |
Siblings | N/A |
Profession | Joe Biden’s Press Secretary |
Education (college/university) | George Washington University |
Marital status | Unmarried, dating |
Girlfriend | Alexi McCammond |
Children | None |
Social Media | Instagram and Twitter |
Net Worth | $400,000 |
Hair color | Natural brown |
Eye color | Dark Brown |