Wade Christensen

Wade Christensen is an American attorney who served as the first, and only, First Gentleman of Oklahoma between 2011 and 2019.

Wade Christensen
25th First Gentleman of Oklahoma
In office January 10, 2011 – January 14, 2019
Governor	Mary Fallin
Preceded by	Kim Henry
Succeeded by	Sarah Stitt
Personal details
Born	El Reno, Oklahoma
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Mary Fallin ​ (m. 2009)​

Early life and career

Wade Christensen was born in El Reno, Oklahoma, to James Christensen and Clairce Jo. His parents were teachers and farmers. He earned his bachelor's degree from Oklahoma State University and his Juris Doctor from the University of Tulsa College of Law. He worked as an attorney focused on banking, oil and gas, and real estate.^[1] He married Mary Fallin on November 21, 2009. David B. Hooten played their wedding reception.^[2]

First Gentleman

Christensen was the first, and only, First Gentleman of Oklahoma between 2011 and 2019. He received permission from the state to work for the University of Oklahoma and state worker's compensation agency during his tenure.^[3]