Tom Corbett is an American politician who served as the 46th Governor of Pennsylvania from 2011 to 2015. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the position of Attorney General of Pennsylvania from 2005 to 2011. Corbett was born on June 17, 1949, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. During his governorship, Corbett focused on issues such as education reform, budget management, and job creation. He faced challenges, including a significant budget deficit and criticism over his handling of the Pennsylvania state budget. After his term, he was succeeded by Tom Wolf, a member of the Democratic Party.