Georgina Bloomberg
Georgina Bloomberg – Life, Career, and Personal Legacy
Georgina Bloomberg (born January 20, 1983) is an American professional equestrian, philanthropist, author, and animal-welfare advocate. Learn about her life, competitive achievements, writing, and impact.
Introduction
While many may first recognize her as the daughter of Michael Bloomberg, Georgina Leigh Bloomberg has forged her own identity as a competitive show jumper, team owner, philanthropist, and writer. Since childhood, she has balanced the rigor of elite sport with a deep commitment to animal welfare and community support. In this article, we explore her background, equestrian career, philanthropic work, literary output, and the lessons her journey offers.
Early Life & Family Background
Georgina Leigh Bloomberg was born on January 20, 1983, in New York City. She is the younger daughter of Michael Bloomberg (former mayor of NYC and founder of Bloomberg L.P.) and Susan Brown. She has an older sister, Emma.
She grew up in New York’s social and cultural milieu, attending The Spence School in Manhattan. She later studied at New York University’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study, graduating in 2010, and also undertook fashion design studies at Parsons (The New School) around 2012.
From a very young age, Georgina was drawn to horses and riding. She began riding at age four and by age six was competing, winning “best child rider” awards at major East Coast horse shows.
Equestrian Career & Achievements
Turning Pro & Early Success
In 2001, at age 18, Georgina won the U.S. Equestrian Team’s Talent Derby, a prestigious early-career recognition. Around 2003 she won an individual gold medal in competition. In 2004, she turned professional and won the Maxine Beard Award (given to promising young show jumpers) that same year.
Over the following years, she competed internationally, winning Grand Prix and Nations Cup events, representing the U.S. in team competitions, and contributing double-clear performances in high-level shows.
In 2014, she anchored the U.S. team’s win at the Furusiyya Nations Cup in Gijón, Spain, with a double-clear performance. In 2015, she competed in the Pan American Games, where the U.S. team earned a bronze medal in show jumping.
She has also been active in the Global Champions League, serving both as a rider and team owner (for New York Empire) starting around 2018.
Georgina owns and manages competitive show jumping horses across levels, in divisions ranging from younger horses to Grand Prix level mounts.
Challenges & Injuries
Georgina was born with a spinal condition called spondylolisthesis, which predisposes her back to fractures due to instability. In 2002, she fractured her back while training for the Hampton Classic and wore a brace for six months during recovery. She later suffered another back fracture and concussion after a fall; in 2011, she underwent spinal surgery and took an eight-month hiatus from competition. Despite these setbacks, she returned to high-level competition, demonstrating resilience.
Philanthropy, Advocacy & Writing
Philanthropic Initiatives
At age 23, Georgina founded Rider’s Closet, a program that collects new and gently used riding clothing and boots, donating them to therapeutic riding programs, pony clubs, and individuals in need. She also sits on boards including the Hampton Classic Horse Show, her own Emma & Georgina Bloomberg Foundation, and the Bloomberg Family Foundation.
She is an advocate for animal welfare. She is a vice president at Animal Aid USA, a founding member of Humane Generation / Friends of Finn, which partners with the Humane Society to fight puppy mills and promote adoption. In 2016, the Humane Society of the United States awarded her the Compassion in Action Award for her efforts to protect animals.
Writing & Author Role
In addition to her equestrian and philanthropic work, Georgina has co-authored several young adult novels set in the equestrian world, working with Catherine Hapka. Titles include The A Circuit (2011), My Favorite Mistake (2012), Off Course (2012), Rein It In (2013), among others.
She has spoken publicly about balancing her multiple roles—as mother, athlete, advocate, and writer—and about forging an identity beyond her family name.
Personal Life & Public Image
Georgina has one son, Jasper Michael Brown Quintana, born December 2013, with Argentine show jumper Ramiro Quintana. She owns multiple rescue animals—dogs, mules, miniature horses—and lives partly in Manhattan and partly in North Salem, New York, as well as Wellington, Florida.
As of 2026, she was reportedly engaged to investment banker Justin Waterman and expecting another child. However, recent media indicates they have separated after the birth of their daughter in June 2026.
Her public persona is that of someone who leverages privilege responsibly—committed to sport, service, and self-determination, rather than relying solely on her family legacy.
Legacy & Lessons
Georgina Bloomberg’s story offers several significant takeaways:
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Forge your own path. Though she has a famous last name, she built an identity through her commitments, not her heritage.
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Resilience in the face of adversity. Serious injuries, spinal issues, and surgeries did not deter her long-term participation and success.
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Blend passion and purpose. She has harmonized competitive sport, philanthropy, and advocacy, rather than choosing just one domain.
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Amplify access. Through Rider’s Closet and charitable efforts, she works to lower barriers for others in the equestrian community.
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Balance multiplicity. She demonstrates that one can be an athlete, parent, writer, and advocate all at once, though it demands discipline and sacrifice.