Ann Walton Kroenke
American businesswoman, heiress to the Walmart fortune
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Ann Walton Kroenke (born December 20, 1948)[4][1][2][3] is an American billionaire. Heiress to the Walmart fortune, Ann and her sister, Nancy Walton Laurie, inherited stock from their father, Bud Walton, who was the brother and an early business partner of Walmart founder Sam Walton. She is the owner of the Denver Nuggets of the NBA and Colorado Avalanche of the NHL.[5]
Ann Walton Kroenke | |
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| Born | December 18, 1948[1][2][3] |
| Education | Lincoln University |
| Known for | Walton family fortune |
| Spouse | Stan Kroenke (m. 1974) |
| Children | Whitney Ann Kroenke Josh Kroenke |
| Parent(s) | James "Bud" Walton Audrey Walton |
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Her husband, Stan Kroenke, is the majority owner and CEO of the Los Angeles Rams (NFL), Arsenal (Premier League),[6] Colorado Rapids (Major League Soccer), and Colorado Mammoth (National Lacrosse League).[7]
As of 2024, her net worth is estimated to be around US$10 billion, according to Forbes.[8]
Personal life
Ann Walton Kroenke was born February 20, 1948, in Bentonville, Arkansas. Her father, Bud Walton, died in 1995 after helping his brother build Walmart. After his death, Ann inherited large stock in the company.[9] Walton and her husband have been married since 1974 and have two children together.[10]