Darren Jernigan

Darren Jernigan (born December 7, 1969) is an American politician. A Democrat, he represented the 60th district (Hermitage, Donelson, and Old Hickory) in the Tennessee House of Representatives. He was first elected in 2012 and took office in January 2013. In 2024 Jernigan retired from state politics and Shaundelle Brooks won the seat. ^[1]Jernigan also served on the Nashville City Council.^[2]

Darren Jernigan
Member of the Tennessee House of Representatives from the 60th district
In office January 8, 2013 – 2025
Preceded by	Jim Gotto
Succeeded by	Shaundelle Brooks
Personal details
Born	(1969-12-07) December 7, 1969 (age 56) Biloxi, Mississippi, U.S.
Party	Democratic
Spouse	Michelle
Residence	Old Hickory, Tennessee
Alma mater	Austin Peay State University Middle Tennessee State University
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