Tilman Fertitta's $8.1 billion net worth ranks him in the Forbes list of world's richest sports owners
The list featured mostly U.S. sports owners including Los Angeles Clippers' Steve Ballmer at No.2. But six international names made the list, with Mukesh Ambani of India at No. 1. Ambani owns the Mumbai Indians cricket team.What to know about Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta, who owns the Rockets, Landry’s and more
Fertitta is the sole owner and CEO of Fertitta Entertainment Inc., which owns the restaurant group Landry's Inc., the Houston Rockets, and the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casinos. He first became a limited partner with the Rockets in 1986 before purchasing the team in 2017.$5.5 billion bid to purchase the NFL's Washington CommandersA Galveston native, Fertitta grew his fortune acquiring businesses in the 1990s through the mid-2000s, including Landry's. Landry's Inc.
His roots in the hospitality industry run deep. Fertitta also owns Catch Hospitality Group, which owns and operates several gaming and hospitality and entertainment venues, including the Golden Nugget Casino.
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