Barron Hilton, who built the hotel empire and grandfather to Paris, has died at 91
Barron Hilton, a philanthropist and founder of the American Football League who made a name in the hotel industry, died this week. His granddaughter Paris Hilton said she was “deeply saddened” by the passing of her mentor.
I am deeply saddened by the loss of my grandfather Barron Hilton. He was a Legend, a visionary, brilliant, handsome, kind and lived a life full of accomplishment and adventure. Ever since I was a little girl I have looked up to him as a businessman. pic.twitter.com/eGFXAz1LUr
— Paris Hilton (@ParisHilton) September 20, 2019
I feel so grateful to have had such an incredible mentor. I always wanted to make him proud. The last conversation we had a few days ago I told him how much of an impact he had on my life. His spirit, heart and legacy will live on in me. pic.twitter.com/IXbXR9cXmO
— Paris Hilton (@ParisHilton) September 20, 2019
Barron Hilton left 97% of his multi-billion dollar fortune to the Hilton Foundation, which focuses on foster youth, homelessness, safe drinking water, and kids with HIV/AIDS.
Famous hotelier, philanthropist Barron Hilton dies at age of 91https://t.co/JP0fDrpuRg pic.twitter.com/1VOLmVFcRZ
— KLTV 7 (@KLTV7) September 21, 2019
Barron Hilton built the Hilton brand into the most successful name in the industry. He also founded the L.A. Chargers.
The hotel magnate died on September 19 (Thursday), 2019.