William J. vanden Heuvel (1930–2021) was an American diplomat, lawyer, and public servant who served as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations European Office in Geneva and later as Deputy U.S. Representative to the United Nations, while also leading several major international organizations.
Gloria Vanderbilt was an American artist, author, and fashion designer who built a major lifestyle brand with her designer jeans and products, while remaining a prominent member of the famous Vanderbilt family.
Jan Vigne was among the earliest Europeans born in New Netherland, likely in 1624. The son of Huguenot immigrants, he later became a brewer, landowner, and civic official in New Amsterdam.
Tracy S. Voorhees (1890–1974) was an American lawyer, military officer, and public administrator who served as U.S. Under Secretary of the Army and later advised the Defense Department while remaining active in Rutgers University leadership.
Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney (1875–1942) was an American sculptor, patron of the arts, and founder of the Whitney Museum of American Art, whose philanthropy and support of emerging artists shaped twentieth-century American art.
Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney (1899–1992) was an American businessman, aviation investor, film financier, government official, and philanthropist who helped found Pan American World Airways, built mining enterprises, served in federal posts, and supported major American arts institutions.
