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Old Money Powerhouses: These Are the Richest People in American History Before 1990

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Ronald Owens Perelman

Ronald Perelman is rich because he is a good investor. Credit: Wikimedia Commons

Ronald Owens Perelman is an American businessman and investor. He was born in 1943 and is the chairman and CEO of MacAndrews & Forbes Inc. This is a holding company that owns a variety of businesses in industries such as cosmetics, entertainment, and biotech. Perelman is known for his reputation as a corporate raider and his use of leveraged buyouts to acquire companies.

Throughout his career, he has been involved in a number of high-profile takeovers. Perelman is also known for his controversial business dealings and his personal life. He has been involved in a number of high-profile lawsuits and has been the subject of intense media scrutiny. Despite these challenges, Perelman remains one of the richest and most influential figures in the business world. Currently, Perelman’s net worth is $1.8 billion.

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