John William McDonald was an American businessman and U.S. Army veteran known for his marriage to singer and actress Eartha Kitt.
Biography
John William McDonald was born on April 12, 1923, in Los Angeles, California, USA. He grew up in a middle-class family with German-Irish roots.
He studied accounting and later used this skill in his career. McDonald served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was seriously injured by a grenade explosion.
He went through multiple surgeries and lived with the effects of those injuries. After his military service, he lived a private life focused on work and family. He died on May 12, 2005, at the age of 82 in Los Angeles.
Career
John William McDonald worked as a businessman and real estate investor. His knowledge of accounting helped him manage finances and make wise property investments.
He built a stable and comfortable life through his business efforts. McDonald avoided public attention and focused on creating long-term financial security.
Personal Life
John William McDonald married Eartha Kitt on June 6, 1960, in Weston, Connecticut. Their marriage was notable at the time because it was interracial.
They had one daughter, Kitt McDonald Shapiro, born on November 26, 1961. The marriage ended on March 26, 1964, with mental cruelty listed as the reason for divorce.
After the separation, McDonald paid child support of about $100 per month and remained a responsible father. He lived quietly after the divorce and stayed out of the spotlight.
