Winnie Brinks Biography: Awards, Children, Husband, Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents

Winnie Brinks (born February 17, 1968) is an American politician currently serving as the Majority Leader of the Michigan Senate.

She is the first woman to hold this position in the state’s history and is recognized for her contributions to education, healthcare, and environmental policy.

Profile

• Full Name: Winnie Theresa Brinks
• Stage Name: Winnie Brinks
• Born: February 17, 1968
• Age: 57 years old
• Birthplace: Mount Vernon, Washington, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Politician
• Height: 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 m)
• Parent: Raymond DeVries (father), Alice DeVries (mother)
• Siblings: Four
• Spouse: Steve Brinks
• Children: Olivia Brinks, Annalise Brinks, Emma Brinks
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 Million

Early Life And Education

Winnie Brinks was born on February 17, 1968, in Mount Vernon, Washington. She is 57 years old. She was raised by her parents, Raymond and Alice DeVries, Dutch immigrants who settled in the United States.

She grew up in a large family as one of five children. Winnie is a Christian and is of white ethnicity. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Spanish with a concentration in Sociology from Calvin College in Michigan.

Career

Before entering politics, Winnie Brinks worked in the nonprofit sector, including as executive director of One Way House and as a caseworker with The Source. She also worked as a paraprofessional in local schools.

In 2012, she launched a successful write-in campaign and was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives. She served three terms in the House, representing the 76th District.

In 2018, Brinks was elected to the Michigan Senate. She became Senate Democratic Caucus Whip in 2019 and was elected Senate Majority Leader in 2023, becoming the first woman in Michigan history to hold the position. She has focused her legislative work on clean drinking water, affordable healthcare, education funding, and reproductive rights.

Awards and Nominations

• First Woman Elected Majority Leader of the Michigan Senate
• Honored by local and state organizations for leadership in healthcare and education reform

Personal Life

American politician Winnie Brinks, currently serving as the Majority Leader of the Michigan Senate, is married to Steve Brinks, a Spanish teacher. They have three daughters: Olivia, Annalise, and Emma Brinks. She stands at 5 feet 6 inches tall. There are no publicly known previous relationships.

Net Worth

Winnie Brinks has an estimated net worth of $3 million. Her income sources include her salary as a Michigan state senator, previous leadership roles in nonprofit organizations, public speaking engagements, and community advocacy work.