Mayor of New Orleans, LaToya Cantrell is a mother of one and shares her daughter with her late husband, Jason Cantrell.
LaToya Cantrell is an American politician.
She is currently serving as the Mayor of New Orleans, Louisiana since May 7, 2018. A Democrat, Cantrell is the first woman to hold the office.
Before becoming mayor, Cantrell represented District B on the New Orleans City Council from 2012 to 2018.
Away from her work, she is a mother and a wife. Unfortunately, she lost her husband on August 14, 2023. Together, they had one child years before he passed away. Below is everything to know about her family.
Who was LaToya Cantrell married to?
The politician and New Orleans, Louisiana mayor, LaToya Cantrell, has been married to supportive husband, Jason Cantrell, for more than two decades.
When LaToya was 27 years old, she tied the knot with Jason, who has a background in the United States legal Justice system.
They were married peacefully for 24 years until his passing on Monday, August 14, 2023.
Jason Cantrell was a Louisiana-based attorney who operated from his law firm of the same name.
The Cantrell Law Firm specializes in criminal law, civil law, and family law.
The firm also represents clients for legal matters regarding domestic violence, divorces, child custody, breaches of contract, and trust disputes.
Does LaToya Cantrell have any children?
Mayor LaToya Cantrell is a mother of one. In her 24 years of marriage to her late attorney husband, Jason, they welcomed a daughter named RayAnn Cantrell.
She is the only child to the couple as they had no son nor any adopted kids.
RayAnn Cantrell was born on December 14, 2007.
There are no further details about the politician and late attorney’s 15-year-old daughter.
What happened to LaYota Cantrell’s husband?
On August 14, 2023, Mayor Cantrell’s office revealed Jason died.
“It is with great sadness and heartache that we announce the passing of First Gentleman Jason Cantrell,” they stated.
“He was a devoted husband and father, as well as a dedicated public servant who valiantly served the residents of this city not only alongside Mayor Cantrell but also as an experienced family, civil and criminal attorney.
“First Gentleman Cantrell will forever be missed and cherished by his beloved family, the legal community, and the entire City of New Orleans.
“Our love and prayers remain with Mayor Cantrell, their daughter RayAnn, and the entire Cantrell family.”
They further added: “May he rest in God’s eternal peace.
“We ask that you please respect their privacy during this challenging time.”