Living Former Prime Ministers
There are five living former prime ministers. The most recent prime minister to die was David Lange (1984–1989), on 13 August 2005.
| Name | Term of office | Date of birth |
|---|---|---|
| Geoffrey Palmer | 1989–1990 | (1942-04-21) April 21, 1942 (age 70) |
| Mike Moore | 1990 | (1949-01-28) January 28, 1949 (age 63) |
| Jim Bolger | 1990–1997 | (1935-05-31) May 31, 1935 (age 77) |
| Jenny Shipley | 1997–1999 | (1952-02-04) February 4, 1952 (age 60) |
| Helen Clark | 1999–2008 | (1950-02-26) February 26, 1950 (age 62) |
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