Question: Which of Cornelia Vanderbilt’s sons has descendants who manage Biltmore today?
Answer: The descendants of Cornelia’s younger son, William Amherst Vanderbilt Cecil—who took primary responsibility for Biltmore House and The Biltmore Company—currently manage Biltmore Estate. His son, William A.V. Cecil Jr. (Bill Cecil Jr.), has held key leadership roles, including serving as president and CEO. Cornelia’s older son, George Henry Vanderbilt Cecil, focused more on the land and Biltmore Farms, a separate entity.
