Warren Buffett
1930- · American · Modern Era
Known for: The Oracle of Omaha — the most successful investor in history
First stock at 11, tax return at 13. Studied under Benjamin Graham. Turned Berkshire Hathaway into $700B+. Same Omaha house since 1958, $31,500.
Pledged 99% of $100B+ to philanthropy. McDonald's breakfasts, Cherry Coke. Shareholder letters are business masterclasses.
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