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John D. Rockefeller was an American industrialist and philanthropist. He was the founder of the Standard Oil Company, which dominated the oil industry and was the first great U.S. business trust. He revolutionized the petroleum industry and defined the structure of modern philanthropy. At the time of his death, he was the world's wealthiest person. Rockefeller was born in Richford, New York, on July 8, 1839. He was the second of six children born to William Avery Rockefeller and Eliza Davison. His father was a traveling salesman who earned a modest income. Rockefeller attended school until the age of 16, when he left to work as a bookkeeper in a produce commission firm. He quickly rose through the ranks and eventually became a partner in the firm. In 1863, he founded the Standard Oil Company, which quickly became the largest oil refinery in the world. Rockefeller was a shrewd businessman and a ruthless competitor. He used innovative business practices to gain a competitive edge, such as vertical integration, which allowed him to control the entire production process from the wellhead to the consumer. He also used aggressive pricing tactics to drive out competitors. Rockefeller was a generous philanthropist. He donated large sums of money to educational, medical, and religious causes. He also established the Rockefeller Foundation, which continues to fund charitable causes around the world. At the time of his death in 1937, Rockefeller was the world's wealthiest person, with an estimated net worth of $1.4 billion. He is remembered as one of the most influential businessmen in history.
Popular As | John Davison Rockefeller |
Occupation | actor |
Age | 98 years old |
Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Born | 8 July 1839 |
Birthday | 8 July |
Birthplace | Richford, New York, USA |
Date of death | 23 May, 1937 |
Died Place | Ormond, Florida, USA |
Nationality | United States |
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John D. Rockefeller Height, Weight & Measurements
At 98 years old, John D. Rockefeller height is 5' 11" (1.8 m) .
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Height | 5' 11" (1.8 m) |
Weight | Not Available |
Body Measurements | Not Available |
Eye Color | Not Available |
Hair Color | Not Available |
Who Is John D. Rockefeller's Wife?
His wife is Laura Celesdia Spelman (8 September 1864 - 12 March 1915) ( her death) ( 5 children)
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Parents | Not Available |
Wife | Laura Celesdia Spelman (8 September 1864 - 12 March 1915) ( her death) ( 5 children) |
Sibling | Not Available |
Children | Not Available |
John D. Rockefeller Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is John D. Rockefeller worth at the age of 98 years old? John D. Rockefeller’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated John D. Rockefeller's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.
Net Worth in 2023 | $1 Million - $5 Million |
Salary in 2023 | Under Review |
Net Worth in 2022 | Pending |
Salary in 2022 | Under Review |
House | Not Available |
Cars | Not Available |
Source of Income | Actor |
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