Ted Kennedy was a prominent American politician and member of the Kennedy family. Born on February 22, 1932, he served as a U.S. Senator from Massachusetts for nearly 47 years, from 1962 until his death in 2009. He was known for his work on health care, education, and civil rights legislation. Throughout his career, Kennedy played a significant role in shaping many important laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Children's Health Insurance Program. He was the youngest brother of John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, and Robert F. Kennedy, a U.S. Senator and presidential candidate.