Gerald FitzGerald, 14th Earl of Kildare, was an Irish nobleman born in 1947. He succeeded to the title in 1976 after the death of his father, Gerald FitzGerald, 13th Earl of Kildare. The FitzGerald family has a long history in Ireland, with roots tracing back to the medieval period. The 14th Earl has been involved in various charitable activities and has served as a representative for the House of Lords in the UK. He is known for his interest in heritage conservation and has worked to promote the history of the Kildare region.