Ann Richards was an American politician and the 45th Governor of Texas, serving from 1991 to 1995. She was known for her strong leadership and advocacy for women's rights, education, and health care. Before becoming governor, she served as the Texas State Treasurer and was a prominent figure in the Democratic Party. Richards was born on September 1, 1933, in Lacy Lakeview, Texas. She gained national recognition for her keynote address at the 1988 Democratic National Convention, where she famously remarked about George H.W. Bush, highlighting her wit and charisma. Ann Richards passed away on September 13, 2006, leaving a lasting legacy in American politics.