Chuck Bundrant
American billionaire seafood tycoon (1942–2021) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Charles Hardin Bundrant (January 31, 1942 – October 17, 2021) was an American billionaire businessman and the co-founder, chairman, and majority owner of Trident Seafoods. At his death, his net worth was estimated at US$1.3 billion.[1]
Chuck Bundrant | |
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| Born | Charles Hardin Bundrant January 31, 1942 Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Died | October 17, 2021 (aged 79) Edmonds, Washington, U.S. |
| Education | North High School (Evansville) |
| Alma mater | Middle Tennessee State University (dropped out) |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | Founder, chairman, and majority owner of Trident Seafoods |
| Spouse | Diane Bundrant |
| Children | 3 |
Early life
Charles Hardin Bundrant was born on January 31, 1942, in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee.[2] He graduated from North High School, Evansville, Indiana, in 1960.[3] He spent a short time at Middle Tennessee State University, before dropping out and moving to Alaska.[3]
Career
Bundrant owned 51% of the privately held Trident.[4]
Bundrant Stadium at the Evansville, Indiana, North High School campus is named for him.[5]
Political activity
Together with his spouse, Bundrant contributed $50,000 to Donald Trump's 2020 presidential campaign.[6]
Personal life
Bundrant was married to Diane Bundrant. They had three children and lived in Seattle.[1][3] His son, Joe Bundrant, has been CEO of Trident since 2013.[4] In 2006, Bundrant was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.[7]
Bundrant died on October 17, 2021, in Edmonds, Washington.[2][8]
References
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