Chris Holden
Chris Holden | |
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| Majority Leader of the California Assembly | |
| In office December 1, 2014 – March 10, 2016 | |
| Preceded by | V. Manuel Perez |
| Succeeded by | Ian Calderon |
| Member of the California State Assembly from the 41st district | |
| In office December 3, 2012 – November 30, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Julia Brownley (redistricted) |
| Succeeded by | John Harabedian |
| 53rd Mayor of Pasadena | |
| In office May 1997 – May 1999 | |
| Preceded by | Bill Paparian |
| Succeeded by | Bill Bogaard |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 19, 1960 Pasadena, California, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Melanie Holden |
| Children | 5 |
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| Residence(s) | Pasadena, California, U.S. |
| Alma mater | San Diego State University |
| Profession | Small businessman |
Christopher R. Holden (born July 19, 1960) is an American politician who served in the California State Assembly from 2012 to 2024. He is a Democrat representing the 41st Assembly District, which encompasses the northern San Gabriel Valley, and is centered in Pasadena.
He was a member of the California Legislative Black Caucus. Prior to his election to the assembly in 2012, Holden was a mayor and City Councilmember in Pasadena. He is the son of longtime Los Angeles politician Nate Holden. Prior to his retirement, Holden served as chairman of the Appropriations Committee, the most powerful position after speaker.