Who Is Richard B. Spencer? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Richard B. Spencer was born on May 11, 1978, making him 46 years old as of 2025. He gained notoriety as a prominent white supremacist and a key figure in the alt-right movement. Spencer founded the National Policy Institute, a think tank focused on promoting white nationalism, and has frequently participated in various public debates and media discussions regarding race and identity politics in America.
| Occupation | Writers |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | May 11, 1978 |
| Age | 47 Years |
| Birth Place | Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Taurus |
| Country | U.S |
Popularity
Richard B. Spencer's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
As of 2025, Richard B. Spencer's exact height and weight are not publicly documented, but he is often described as having a tall stature, commonly estimated at around 6 feet (183 cm). His weight is believed to be approximately 180 pounds (82 kg), which gives him a lean but sturdy appearance. Spencer maintains a polished image, often seen in well-tailored attire during public appearances.
Spencer has repeatedly used Nazi gestures and rhetoric in public. In early 2016, Spencer was filmed giving the Nazi salute in a karaoke bar, and leaked footage also depicts Spencer giving the Sieg Heil salute to his supporters during the August 2017 Charlottesville rally.
After Donald Trump was elected president in 2016, Spencer urged his supporters to "party like it's 1933," the year Hitler came to power in Germany. In the weeks following, Spencer quoted Nazi propaganda and denounced Jews.
At a conference Spencer held celebrating the election, Spencer cried: "Hail Trump, hail our people, hail victory!"; subsequently, Mike Enoch led a number of Spencer's supporters in performing a Nazi salute and a chant similar to the Sieg Heil chant.
In early-to-mid-2017, when Spencer's following was at its height, his supporters would give him the Sieg Heil salute when he entered a room.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Richard B. Spencer has traditionally kept his personal life private. However, as of 2025, he is reportedly single, with no publicly confirmed relationships. His previous marriages and partnerships have attracted media attention, but he has chosen to focus on his career and political activism in recent years. Speculation about his dating life circulates intermittently, but nothing substantial has been confirmed.
In March 2010, Spencer founded AlternativeRight.com, a website he edited until 2012. In January 2011, he became the owner and executive director of Washington Summit Publishers.
In January 2011, Spencer became president and director of the National Policy Institute (NPI), a White supremacist think tank based in Virginia, which was once run from his mother's $3 million summer house.
George Hawley, an assistant professor of political science at the University of Alabama, has described NPI as "rather obscure and marginalized" until Spencer became its president.
Net Worth and Salary
While precise figures regarding Richard B. Spencer's net worth are elusive, estimates suggest that he is worth anywhere between $500,000 and $1 million as of 2025. This wealth primarily stems from his activities in public speaking, writing, and his involvement with various organizations promoting far-right ideologies. His salary fluctuates depending on the nature of his engagements, but his controversial viewpoints have led to both increased demand and backlash against his public appearances.
In June 2020, Norman K. Moon, the federal district judge presiding over Sines v.
Kessler, a civil rights lawsuit that stemmed from the violence at the Unite the Right rally in 2017, allowed Spencer's lawyer, John DiNucci, to withdraw from the case, on the grounds that Spencer owed DiNucci a significant amount in legal fees, and also was not cooperating with him in preparing the case; Spencer thereafter represented himself.
At the time of DiNucci's withdrawal, Spencer also faced a $500 fine and two weeks in a county jail in Montana if he did not pay over $60,000 he owed to the guardian ad litem representing his children's interests in Spencer's ongoing divorce proceedings there. Ultimately, Spencer avoided going to jail after settling the debt.
Career, Business, and Investments
Spencer's career has seen significant fluctuations, heavily influenced by his polarizing views. After gaining traction in the early 2010s, he became well-known for his controversial comments and ideologies, which have garnered him a substantial following online. His influence has waned in some respects due to increased pushback from both activists and mainstream society. As of 2025, he continues to create content, actively engaging his supporters through social media platforms, podcasts, and video broadcasts.
In addition to his work in advocacy, Spencer has ventured into writing and publishing, releasing articles and commentary pieces aiming to provide a platform for white nationalist perspectives. His business ventures remain closely tied to his public persona, often eliciting strong reactions from various communities.
Spencer has advocated for the enslavement of Haitians by whites and for the ethnic cleansing of the racial minorities of the United States, additionally expressing admiration for the political tactics of American Nazi Party founder George Lincoln Rockwell. *
Social Network
Richard B. Spencer maintains an active presence on several social media platforms. He has utilized Twitter, YouTube, and other channels to disseminate his views and connect with his audience. However, he has faced repeated bans and suspensions from mainstream social media for violating community guidelines related to hate speech and harassment.
As of late 2025, Spencer has shifted his focus towards alternative platforms that align more closely with his ideological beliefs, allowing him to engage with followers and share his perspective without mainstream scrutiny.
In August 2017, Spencer was listed as an organizer on posters promoting the Charlottesville, Virginia, Unite the Right rally. It attracted counter-protesters, and violence broke out. One rightist drove his car into a group of counter-protesters, killing one woman and wounding 30 so severely they needed hospital treatment.
In November 2017, Twitter removed from Spencer's account the blue checkmark that, reported The Washington Post, "the company gives to prominent accounts to help readers ensure they are authentic". Spencer told The Post he was worried this would lead to Twitter banning people like him. He later joined the social network Gab.
Education
Richard B. Spencer was educated at the University of Virginia, where he graduated in 2001 with a degree in English. He later pursued graduate studies at the same institution, earning a master's degree in American Studies in 2003. His educational background has played a vital role in shaping his ideology and communication style, enabling him to articulate his beliefs effectively in public forums.
Following the Unite the Right rally, Spencer has been involved in several legal issues. After the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, during which an alt-right supporter drove a car into a group of counter-protesters, killing one and injuring at least 19 others, Spencer was sued as part of Sines v.
Kessler for allegedly acting as a "gang boss" and inciting the killing. On November 23, 2021, the jury found Spencer liable on two counts and were unable to reach verdicts for another two, awarding $25 million in total damages.
Three supporters of Spencer were charged with attempted homicide following his October 2017 speech at the University of Florida. Following an appeal by the Polish government, he was banned from the Schengen Area in 2018, having been banned previously in 2014 after being deported from Hungary.
