Age, Biography and Wiki
Birth Day | September 13, 1949 |
Birth Place | Quincy, IL |
Age | 74 YEARS OLD |
Birth Sign | Virgo |
Net worth: $2.2 billion (2024)
John W. Henry, an esteemed entrepreneur based in Illinois, is widely recognized for his remarkable achievements in the business world. With his exceptional skills and expertise, he has amassed an impressive fortune, with his net worth estimated to reach a staggering $2.2 billion by the year 2024. John W. Henry's success can be attributed to his ability to seize lucrative opportunities and make astute investments, ensuring continuous growth and prosperity. His accomplishments serve as an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs worldwide, showcasing the potential for tremendous financial success through dedication and determination.
About
Businessman and Sports mogul known primarily for being the principal owner of the Boston Red Sox, which he purchased in 2002. Under his ownership, the Red Sox won their first World Series since 1918, breaking the infamous "Curse of the Bam Bino."
Before Fame
After plying his trading chops in agriculture in the 1970s, he opened the brokerage firm John W. Henry & Company in 1981. He purchased his first team, the Tucson Toros, in 1989.
Trivia
Through his Fenway Sports Group, he purchased Liverpool FC in 2010. He also bought a 50% stake in Roush Fenway Racing in 2007 and, in 2013, became principal owner of The Boston Globe.
Family Life
He was married to Peggy Sue Henry from 1993 to 2008. He then remarried in 2009 to Linda Pizzuti. He has two children.
Associated With
He owned the Florida Marlins from 1999 to 2002 before selling the club to Jeffrey Loria.