Jeff Duncan is a father of three and shares his kids with his soon-to-be ex-wife Melody Duncan. Details about his children and family explored.
Republican congressman Jeff Duncan’s wife Melody Duncan has filed for divorce, alleging that he has had an affair with a lobbyist.
Court papers, which were filed by Duncan’s wife Melody, have claimed he had an affair with Liz Williams – who is reportedly a lobbyist.
Duncan has admitted having the affair to others, including their sons, as well as staffers, according to the legal papers.
Before, the duo was parents to their kids and following their decision to go their separate ways, many might want to know more about their children. Read on for more.
Who is Congressman Jeff Duncan?
Born on January 7, 1966, in Greenville, South Carolina, Jeff Duncan is an American politician who is currently the representative for South Carolina’s 3rd district.
He graduated from Clemson University with a degree in political science.
Before he was elected to Congress, he ran a real estate business and worked in community banking.
Duncan is currently serving on the House Energy and Commerce Committee and is Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, Climate, and Grid Security.
He is also part of the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce and the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
How many children does Jeff Duncan have?
Jeff Duncan is a father of three. He has three sons whose names are Graham, John Philip (JP), and Parker.
All of his children have become adults as of today.
Jeff shares all of his kids with his wife, Melody Hodges. The couple got married in 1988 and have been together for over 3 decades.
Duncan is married his wife Melody Hodges in 1988.
In March 2023, they welcomed their first grandchild, John Waylon.
“We are excited to announce the birth of our first grandchild, John Waylon Duncan. John Waylon ‘J.W.’ was born Monday in Lexington, South Carolina, weighing a healthy 8 lbs. and 4 oz. and measuring 22 inches,” they announced in a statement at the time.
“We are thrilled to be grandparents and are so happy for our son, J.P., and his wife, Lexi, as they welcome their son into the world.
“We are filled with gratitude for this blessing and give thanks to God for this wonderful gift!”
In September 2023, Melody filed to divorce Duncan, alleging Duncan has had multiple extramarital affairs, including one with a lobbyist that Melody believes Duncan is living together with in Washington D.C.; Melody alleged that that Duncan “admitted this adulterous relationship to many other people, including the parties’ sons and members of his staff”.
Who is Jeff Duncan’s ex-wife, Melody Duncan?
Melody Duncan (nee Hodges) is Jeff Duncan’s ex-wife of 35 years.
Not much is known about her as she largely distances herself away from the spotlight, but Jeff once described her as a “supportive and loving wife.”
How did Jeff Duncan and his wife meet? Jeff and Melody Duncan were high school sweethearts.
Jeff met her during his senior year at Ware Shoals High School.
They tied the knot in 1988, the same year Jeff graduated from Clemson University.