Helena Moreno is a Mexican-American politician and former journalist and real estate agent who was elected mayor of New Orleans in 2025. She also served as President of the New Orleans City Council from June 2019 to January 2023.
Helena Moreno Biography
| Full Name | Helena Nancy Moreno |
| Nickname | Helena Moreno |
| Profession | Politician, former journalist, and realtor |
| Date of Birth | 30 September 1977 |
| Age | 48 years old (as of 2025) |
| Birth Place | Veracruz, Mexico |
| Nationality | American Mexican |
| Hometown | Houston, Texas |
| Gender | Female |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Catholic |
| Hobbies | Update soon |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
| School | Episcopal High School, Houston, Texas |
| College | Southern Methodist University Dallas American University in Washington |
| Education Qualification | Degree in mass communication |
Helena Moreno Age
Helena Moreno was born on 30 September 1977 in Veracruz, Mexico. She is 48 years old as of 2025, and her zodiac sign is Libra. She has both American and Mexican citizenship.
Helena Moreno Husband
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Boyfriend | Chris Meeks |
| Spouse/Husband | Chris Meeks |
| Children | None |
Helena Moreno Family
| Father’s Name | Felix Moreno |
| Mother’s Name | Nancy Pearson Moreno |
| Brother’s Name | One younger brother |
| Sister’s Name | None |
Career
| Debut | She started her career as an journalist, and entered in politics in 2008 |
| Political Party | Democratic |
| Position (as of 2025) | New Orleas Mayor |
| Award | Updaet soon |
Helena Moreno Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 173 cm In meters – 1.73 m In feet & inches – 5’8” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 57 kg
In pounds – 126 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Blonde |
Helena Moreno Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $1 million (As of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Update soon |
| Salary (approx) | $140,000 (annual, as New Orleans mayor) |
| Income Source | Salary, investment, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Helena Moreno
- Helena Moreno was born in Veracruz, Mexico, to Felix and Nancy Moreno and raised in Houston, Texas.
- In Houston, she attended Episcopal High School and graduated in 1995.
- She received a degree in mass communication from Southern Methodist University in Dallas in 1999.
- She also studied at American University, Washington, D.C., where she interned at the White House for First Lady Hillary Clinton.
- After graduation, she completed an internship with KTRK-TB and KHOU-TV in Houston.
- In 2001, Moreno was recruited by Hearst-Argyle Broadcasting Corporation to more to New Orleans to work at WDSU.
- Helena Moreno left her broadcast news job in 2008 to pursue public service.
- In 2010, Moreno won the election for the district 93 seat in the Louisiana House of Representatives and was re-elected in 2011.
- In 2017, she won the Division 1 at-large seat on the New Orleans City Council.
- She served as city council president from 2019 to 2023, after which she became vice president.
- Helena Moreno filed paperwork to run for Mayor of New Orleans on 8 October 2024.
- Helena Moreno is also a realtor with Talbot Realty Group in New Orleans and resides in Uptown, New Orleans.
- Helena is fluent in English and Spanish. She spent six months studying in Madrid, Spain.
- On 11 October 2025, Helena Moreno was elected mayor of New Orleans.
FAQ:
How old is Helena Moreno?
As of 2025, Helena Moreno is 48 years old.
Who is Helena Moreno’s husband?
Helena Moreno is married to Chris Meeks.
What is Helena Moreno’s net worth?
As of 2025, Helena Moreno’s estimated net worth is $1 million.