Sheldon Solow

Sheldon Solow
Born Brooklyn, New York, US
Residence New York City
Nationality American
Alma mater New York University (dropped out)
Occupation Property developer
Net worth $3.6 billion (February 2015)[1]
Spouse(s) married
Children 2

Sheldon Solow is an American real estate mogul.

Early life

Sheldon Solow was born and grew up in Brooklyn, the son of a bricklayer and a homemaker. He attended New York University but dropped out.[1]

Career

In the 1970s, in collaboration with architect Gordon Bunshaft, Solow built a 50-story office building at 9 West 57th Street. As of 2013, the building is still considered a desirable location because of its views of Central Park.[2]

Personal life

Solow is married to sculptor and jewelry designer Mia Fonssagrives,[3] the daughter of Lisa Fonssagrives, a Swedish model and the French photographer, Fernand Fonssagrives.[4][5] They have two children and live in New York City.[1] His son, Stefan, works with his father in the family real estate business. Solow has a large private art collection.[2] As of February 2015, his estimated net worth is US$3.6 billion.[1]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Sheldon Solow". Forbes. Retrieved 25 February 2015.
  2. 2.0 2.1 Bagli, Charles V. (August 19, 2013). "Prime Lot, Empty for Years (Yes, This Is Manhattan)". The New York Times. Retrieved August 25, 2013.
  3. New York Times: "BOLDFACE NAMES" By James Barron October 10, 2001
  4. Mia Fonssagrives Solow website retrieved February 25, 2015
  5. New York Times: "Vicky Tiel’s 40-Year Career in Fashion" By CHRISTOPHER PETKANAS August 19, 2011

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