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Anthropic Bought Mithril, a One-Man Biotech Startup Built by an Anonymous X User

Polina Pompliano — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:58:02 GMT

The internet is such a weird place, man. I love it.

For six years, nearly 30,000 people in biotech followed an anonymous account named after a Pokémon professor (@Prof_Oak_).

On Tuesday, the man behind the account finally revealed his identity, and shared news that Anthropic had acquired his one-person biotech company.

Who Is Jay-Z?

Polina Pompliano — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:10:41 GMT

Last updated: October 28, 2026

Jay-Z, born Shawn Carter, is a Brooklyn rapper turned billionaire businessman who founded the entertainment company Roc Nation. On Oct. 26, 2026, the NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced he will headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show on Feb. 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The twist is that he’s been running the show from backstage for years. Roc Nation has helped produce the halftime show since a 2019 deal with the NFL, and when that deal was announced, Jay-Z said his first words to Commissioner Roger Goodell were: “If this is about me performing at the Super Bowl, then we can just end this conversation now.” Forbes estimates his fortune at $2.8 billion, which makes him the richest musician on its list.

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Quick facts

Born: Shawn Corey Carter, December 4, 1969, Brooklyn, New York. He grew up in the Marcy Houses in Bedford-Stuyvesant.
Age: 56
Company: Founder and chairman of Roc Nation (2008). He co-founded Roc-A-Fella Records in 1995.
Family: Married to Beyoncé since 2008. They have three children: Blue Ivy and twins Rumi and Sir.
Net worth: $2.8 billion (Forbes, as of March 1, 2026). Forbes first called him hip-hop’s first billionaire in June 2019.
Awards: 25 Grammys from 89 nominations, according to ESPN. He’s in both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Known for: Reasonable Doubt, The Blueprint, “Empire State of Mind,” Roc Nation, D’Ussé, Armand de Brignac, Tidal and the NFL’s halftime show

Who is Jay-Z?

Jay-Z is a rapper who decided early that he would rather own the business than work for it. Every major label turned him down at the start. “I was rejected, not dejected,” he told GQ in March 2026. So in 1995 he started his own label, Roc-A-Fella Records, with Damon Dash and Kareem “Biggs” Burke, and sold his music out of a car. His 1996 debut, Reasonable Doubt, sold 43,000 copies at first, by his own count. He now calls not getting a deal “the biggest blessing” of his career.

He grew up in the Marcy Houses, a public housing project in Brooklyn. His father left the family when he was 11, and his mother, Gloria Carter, raised him and his three older siblings. He has rapped and written about selling drugs before music worked out.

The music worked. But the bigger story is what he built around it. He ran Def Jam Recordings from 2004 to 2007, a job he told GQ was “part of a whole deal” to get his master recordings back. He sold the clothing brand Rocawear for $204 million in 2007. In 2008 he founded Roc Nation, which grew into a label, a management company, a music publisher and, from 2013, a sports agency. Then came the liquor deals that, according to Forbes, did the most to make him rich. He sold half of the Champagne brand Armand de Brignac to LVMH in 2021 and most of his stake in the cognac brand D’Ussé to Bacardi in 2023.

His most visible deal, though, is with the NFL. In August 2019, Roc Nation signed on to advise on and help produce the league’s entertainment, including the Super Bowl halftime show, and to work on its Inspire Change social justice program. The deal was announced three years to the day after Colin Kaepernick’s first protest, and it drew heavy criticism. Under it, Roc Nation has picked halftime headliners from Rihanna to Kendrick Lamar to Bad Bunny. Now Goodell says he made one request when the partnership began, that Jay-Z perform “whenever the moment felt right to him.” February 2027 will be that moment.

Career timeline

1969: Born Dec. 4 in Brooklyn. Grows up in the Marcy Houses.
1995: Co-founds Roc-A-Fella Records with Damon Dash and Kareem “Biggs” Burke after the major labels pass on him.
1996: Releases Reasonable Doubt.
1999: Co-founds the clothing brand Rocawear with Dash.
2003: Opens the 40/40 Club in New York and buys a small stake in the New Jersey (later Brooklyn) Nets.
2004–2007: President of Def Jam Recordings.
2007: Sells the Rocawear brand to Iconix Brand Group for $204 million.
2008: Marries Beyoncé and launches Roc Nation.
2013: Sells his Nets stake and launches Roc Nation Sports.
2015: Buys Aspiro, the company behind the streaming service Tidal, for $56 million.
2017: Becomes the first rapper inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
2018: Co-founds Marcy Venture Partners, a venture firm named after the projects where he grew up.
January 2019: Helps launch REFORM Alliance with Meek Mill, Michael Rubin, Robert Kraft and others. The group focuses on probation and parole reform.
June 2019: Forbes names him hip-hop’s first billionaire.
August 2019: Roc Nation signs its entertainment and social justice partnership with the NFL.
2021: Sells 50% of Armand de Brignac to LVMH. Square (now Block) buys a majority of Tidal, and he joins its board. Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
February 2023: Bacardi buys most of his stake in D’Ussé.
September 2025: The Times Square casino he backed with Caesars and SL Green is voted down.
March 2026: Gives his first major interview in years, to GQ. Forbes puts his net worth at $2.8 billion.
Summer–fall 2026: Plays 30th-anniversary Reasonable Doubt shows at Yankee Stadium, London, Paris and SoFi Stadium.
Oct. 26, 2026: Announced as the Super Bowl LXI halftime headliner.

Notable deals & projects

Roc Nation (2008): His entertainment company. It started as a label, management and publishing venture with Live Nation and now includes Roc Nation Sports, which signed running back Saquon Barkley in 2018. Desiree Perez is CEO.
The NFL partnership (2019): Roc Nation co-produces the league’s entertainment presentations, including the halftime show, and works on Inspire Change. Roc Nation will executive produce his own Super Bowl LXI show, with Hamish Hamilton directing.
D’Ussé (sold to Bacardi in 2023): After a long legal fight over the cognac brand’s value, Bacardi bought most of his 50% stake. The price wasn’t announced. Jay-Z later told GQ, “I took 750m CASH, for 25 percent of my D’Ussé stake,” and said the whole company was valued at $3 billion. He still owns part of it.
Armand de Brignac (half sold to LVMH in 2021): The gold-bottled Champagne known as Ace of Spades. LVMH bought 50% and did not disclose the price.
Tidal (2015–2021): He bought the streaming service for $56 million and pitched it as owned by artists. Square agreed to buy a majority of it in a $297 million deal in 2021, and he joined Square’s board.
Marcy Venture Partners (2018): His venture firm backed companies including Gemini, Ledger and Savage X Fenty, according to Forbes. In 2024 it merged with the investment arm of Pendulum Holdings to form MarcyPen Capital Partners.
Caesars Palace Times Square (2022–2025): A $5.4 billion plan with Caesars and SL Green to turn 1515 Broadway into a casino and hotel. He lobbied for it in Albany, meeting Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins in May 2025. A local advisory committee killed it, 4–2, on Sept. 17, 2025.

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What he’s known for

Owning, not renting: He started his own label when no one would sign him, took back his masters and built most of his money on equity in brands rather than on endorsements.
Turning rap lines into business: Ace of Spades and D’Ussé showed up in his songs and grew into businesses that Forbes now credits with most of his fortune.
Picking partners on purpose: “At some point you’re going to have to partner with somebody,” he told GQ, explaining deals with LVMH, Bacardi and the NFL.
Running pop culture’s biggest stage: Since 2019, his company has helped decide who plays the most-watched concert in America.

In the news

Oct. 26, 2026: The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced that Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show on Feb. 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium. “From ‘Reasonable Doubt’ to standing on the Super Bowl halftime stage, this has been a journey,” he said. Roc Nation will executive produce it. The game will air on ESPN and ABC and stream on Disney+, according to ESPN.
October 2026: He closed his 30th-anniversary Reasonable Doubt run at SoFi Stadium, the same stadium that will host the Super Bowl. ESPN reported that the run included three sold-out shows at Yankee Stadium.
Sept. 9, 2026: A California appeals court upheld the dismissal of his extortion and defamation suit against lawyer Tony Buzbee. A separate federal case he filed in New York is ongoing, according to Law Commentary.
March 24, 2026: In a rare GQ interview, he defended billionaires, saying “morality is not defined by a dollar amount,” and called his 2025 “really hard.”

Quotes

“If this is about me performing at the Super Bowl, then we can just end this conversation now.” — To Roger Goodell, as he recalled at the NFL deal announcement, August 2019
“I think we’ve moved past kneeling and I think it’s time to go into actionable items.” — At the NFL deal announcement, August 2019
“Your morality is not defined by a dollar amount. And if so, what is that dollar amount?” — GQ, March 2026
“At some point you’re going to have to partner with somebody.” — GQ, March 2026
“Thirty years of music, work, and culture on the world’s biggest stage.” — Statement on the Super Bowl LXI announcement, Oct. 26, 2026

Controversies / criticism

The NFL deal and Colin Kaepernick: Critics said the 2019 partnership helped the league move past Kaepernick, who had been out of the NFL since 2017 after kneeling during the national anthem. Kaepernick’s lawyer, Mark Geragos, called the deal “cold-blooded,” and former 49ers safety Eric Reid also criticized it. Jay-Z said he still supported protest but wanted “actionable items.” In 2026 he told GQ the criticism was “understandable.”
The 2024 lawsuit: In December 2024, an anonymous woman represented by Tony Buzbee added Jay-Z to a civil suit accusing him and Sean Combs of sexually assaulting her in 2000, when she was 13. He denied it. She voluntarily dismissed the suit with prejudice in February 2025, meaning it can’t be refiled. His countersuit against Buzbee in California was dismissed in June 2025, and that dismissal was upheld on appeal in September 2026.
The 1999 stabbing case: He was charged in the stabbing of record executive Lance “Un” Rivera at a Manhattan club in 1999. He later pleaded guilty to misdemeanor assault and was sentenced to three years’ probation. In 2023, Rivera said publicly that Jay-Z was not the person who stabbed him.
The Times Square casino: Broadway theater owners, unions and neighborhood groups fought his Caesars casino plan. After it lost, SL Green’s CEO called the committee’s vote “a despicable display of cowardice.”

Net worth & money

Forbes estimates Jay-Z’s net worth at $2.8 billion as of March 1, 2026. It has nearly tripled since Forbes declared him hip-hop’s first billionaire in June 2019. Forbes credits most of the gains to his liquor deals, with Armand de Brignac going half to LVMH in 2021 and most of D’Ussé going to Bacardi in 2023. It also counts his stake in Roc Nation, his music catalog, an art collection that includes Jean-Michel Basquiat works, a stake in Tidal and shares in Block and Uber. Forbes separately estimates Beyoncé at $1 billion, so the couple has two billionaires. All of these figures are estimates, and most of his holdings are private.

FAQ

Who is Jay-Z?

Jay-Z, born Shawn Carter, is a Brooklyn-born rapper and businessman who founded Roc Nation. He will headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show in February 2027.

Is Jay-Z performing at the Super Bowl?

Yes. He will headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show on Feb. 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. His company, Roc Nation, is executive producing it.

Why didn’t Jay-Z perform at the Super Bowl before?

When Roc Nation signed with the NFL in 2019, he said he told Roger Goodell that if the deal was about him performing, “we can just end this conversation now.” Goodell said he asked Jay-Z to perform “whenever the moment felt right to him.”

What does Roc Nation do for the NFL?

Since 2019, Roc Nation has advised on and co-produced the NFL’s entertainment, including the Super Bowl halftime show, and worked on the league’s Inspire Change social justice initiative.

How much is Jay-Z worth?

Forbes estimates $2.8 billion as of March 1, 2026, which makes him the world’s richest musician by its count.

How old is Jay-Z?

He is 56. He was born on December 4, 1969.

Ken Griffin Can Build Anywhere. So Why Can't He Quit New York?

Polina Pompliano — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:30:21 GMT

Citadel CEO Ken Griffin and I have one big thing in common (sadly, it’s not billionaire status, at least not yet ;)

We both made a bet on Miami. My husband and I left New York City for Miami in 2021, only to move back two years later. Griffin moved Citadel’s headquarters from Chicago to Miami in 2022. Unlike me, he stayed.

But he hasn’t given up on New York.

Who Is Liang Wenfeng?

Polina Pompliano — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:55:26 GMT

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Liang Wenfeng is the founder and CEO of DeepSeek, the Hangzhou AI lab whose cheap, open models shook Silicon Valley in January 2025. On Oct. 27, 2026, he made the Hurun China Rich List for the first time, debuting at No. 7 with an estimated US$41.7 billion. Hurun named him the list’s top new face. He didn’t get rich in AI. He got rich as a quant trader running High-Flyer, a hedge fund that trades with machine learning, and that money paid for the chips DeepSeek was built on. Hurun calls him the “lowest-profile member of the Top 10.” He has given only two known media interviews, so much of his biography rests on a small set of sources. We’ve noted where the record is thin.

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Quick facts

Born: 1985, Zhanjiang, Guangdong province, China
Age: 41, per Hurun
Companies: Co-founder of High-Flyer, a quant hedge fund (2015–2016). Founder and CEO of DeepSeek (2023).
Education: Zhejiang University. Bachelor’s in electronic information engineering (2007) and master’s in information and communication engineering (2010).
Lives: Hangzhou, per Hurun
Net worth: US$41.7 billion (Hurun China Rich List 2026, No. 7)
Known for: DeepSeek-R1, the low-cost reasoning model that set off a record one-day drop in Nvidia’s market value in January 2025

Who is Liang Wenfeng?

Liang grew up in a village in Wuchuan, near Zhanjiang in southern Guangdong. Both of his parents were primary-school teachers, according to Chinese media profiles. Local reports cited by CNBC say he taught himself calculus in middle school. He started at Zhejiang University in Hangzhou in 2002, at 17, and stayed through a master’s degree. His master’s thesis was about tracking objects with cheap surveillance cameras.

He found what he wanted to do during the 2008 financial crisis. While still a student, he and a few classmates began collecting market data and building machine-learning trading models. Jim Simons, the mathematician behind Renaissance Technologies, was his inspiration. Liang later wrote the preface to the Chinese edition of The Man Who Solved the Market, Gregory Zuckerman’s biography of Simons.

With Zhejiang classmates, he co-founded the quant fund High-Flyer in 2015 and 2016. It became one of China’s best-known quant funds and bought a lot of computing power. In 2021 it ran a supercomputer with about 10,000 Nvidia A100 chips. Liang told the Chinese outlet 36Kr in 2023 that the fund had acquired them before U.S. export controls cut China off.

In 2023 he turned those chips toward building general-purpose AI and spun the effort out as DeepSeek. No venture firm wanted in at first, so High-Flyer paid for it. DeepSeek hires mostly young researchers educated in China, runs on a flat structure and releases its models openly. Liang has said he still spends his days “reading papers, writing code, and participating in group discussions,” according to his 2024 interview with 36Kr’s Waves.

What sets him apart from Western AI founders is how much he still owns. After DeepSeek’s first outside fundraising, in June 2026, Bloomberg estimated his stake at about 78%. Investors in that round got no voting rights.

Career timeline

1985: Born in Zhanjiang, Guangdong.
2002: Enters Zhejiang University at 17.
2007: Earns a bachelor’s in electronic information engineering.
2008: During the financial crisis, starts building machine-learning trading models with classmates.
2010: Earns a master’s in information and communication engineering.
2013: Co-founds Hangzhou Jacobi Investment Management with classmate Xu Jin.
2015–2016: Co-founds High-Flyer.
2019: High-Flyer sets up an AI research unit.
2021: High-Flyer’s Fire-Flyer II supercomputer runs on about 10,000 Nvidia A100 GPUs.
2023: Launches DeepSeek, funded entirely by High-Flyer.
May 2024: DeepSeek-V2’s low prices set off an AI price war in China.
January 2025: DeepSeek-R1 comes out. The app tops global download charts, and Nvidia loses about US$589 billion in market value in a single day. Liang meets Premier Li Qiang.
February 2025: Attends a symposium of private-sector leaders hosted by Xi Jinping.
September 2025: The R1 paper, with Liang as corresponding author, is published in Nature.
December 2025: Nature names him to its Nature’s 10, a list of people who shaped science in 2025.
April 2026: DeepSeek releases a preview of V4, adapted for Huawei’s Ascend chips.
June 2026: DeepSeek closes its first outside round, more than US$7 billion at a valuation over US$50 billion.
July 2026: Bloomberg calls him the world’s richest founder of an AI-model company.
Oct. 27, 2026: Debuts at No. 7 on the Hurun China Rich List.

Notable deals & projects

High-Flyer: The quant fund that made his money and paid for DeepSeek’s early computing power.
DeepSeek-V3 and R1 (December 2024 and January 2025): Open models that performed close to top U.S. systems at a fraction of the reported cost. The R1 paper said the reasoning-training stage cost about US$294,000, though that excludes the cost of building the V3 base model.
DeepSeek-V4 (April 2026): An open-weights preview with a 1-million-token context window, built to run on Huawei chips.
The 2026 fundraise: More than 50 billion yuan, about US$7.4 billion according to The Information and Reuters. Tencent and battery maker CATL were among the largest outside backers. Liang himself put in about 20 billion yuan. Commercial investors came in through a partnership Liang manages, got no voting rights and agreed to a five-year lock-up. China’s state AI fund invested directly.

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What he’s known for

Doing more with less: DeepSeek showed that frontier-level AI could be built with far fewer chips and far less money than U.S. labs were spending.
Open models: He has argued that closed-source advantages don’t last.
Starting a price war: DeepSeek’s low API prices pushed rivals like Alibaba and Baidu to cut their own prices sharply.
Silence: He is known for avoiding the press. Zuckerman wrote in The Wall Street Journal that, like Simons, Liang is very hard to reach.
Control: Unlike most AI founders, he still owns most of his company and kept control even after taking outside money.

In the news

Oct. 27, 2026: Liang debuts on the Hurun China Rich List at No. 7 with US$41.7 billion. Hurun said he was left off last year “because DeepSeek previously presented itself as a research lab,” and that “this year the market priced the lab at over US$50bn.” Three DeepSeek colleagues, Zheng Dawei, Li Huan and Chen Zhe, made the list too. Hurun’s Rupert Hoogewerf called Liang “the figurehead of Chinese AI” and said he could one day be China’s richest person.
July 2026: Bloomberg reported that Liang’s net worth had more than doubled to US$36 billion, making him the richest creator of AI models in the world. That put him ahead of OpenAI’s Greg Brockman and Anthropic’s Dario Amodei on its index.
Mid-2026 (reported, unconfirmed): A transcript of what was described as a May 2026 private investor meeting spread online. In it, Liang reportedly said DeepSeek was one to two years behind U.S. labs and that the gap was mostly about computing power. DeepSeek has not confirmed the transcript. Later reports from Bloomberg and The Information about a second, larger round and possible IPO preparations are also unconfirmed by the company.

Quotes

“We believe that as the economy develops, China should gradually become a contributor instead of freeriding.” — Interview with 36Kr’s Waves, July 2024 (ChinaTalk translation)
“In the face of disruptive technologies, moats created by closed source are temporary. Even OpenAI’s closed source approach can’t prevent others from catching up.” — Same interview
“Chinese AI can’t be in the position of following forever.” — Same interview

Controversies / criticism

The chips: DeepSeek’s access to advanced Nvidia hardware has drawn scrutiny from U.S. officials and analysts. Liang has said publicly that High-Flyer bought its A100s before export controls took effect.
The cost claims: Critics say the headline training costs, like the roughly US$294,000 for R1, understate the real spending because they leave out the base model, research and hardware.
Censorship and security: Like other Chinese chatbots, DeepSeek’s app follows Chinese content rules. Several governments have restricted its use on official devices.
Transparency: The company says very little publicly, and most of what’s known about Liang’s views comes from two interviews and reports of private meetings.

Net worth & money

Hurun estimates Liang’s fortune at US$41.7 billion as of Sept. 1, 2026, which ranks him No. 7 in China. Bloomberg’s index put him at US$36 billion in July 2026 and estimated his DeepSeek stake at about 78% after the June round. Most of his wealth is DeepSeek stock, which is private, so these figures depend on its latest private valuation and could swing.

FAQ

Who is Liang Wenfeng?

He is the Chinese founder and CEO of the AI lab DeepSeek and co-founder of the quant hedge fund High-Flyer.

How much is Liang Wenfeng worth?

Hurun estimated US$41.7 billion as of Sept. 1, 2026, enough for No. 7 on the 2026 Hurun China Rich List.

How old is Liang Wenfeng?

He was born in 1985. Hurun lists him as 41.

Where did Liang Wenfeng go to school?

Zhejiang University, where he earned a bachelor’s and a master’s in engineering.

Who owns DeepSeek?

Liang controls it. Bloomberg estimated he owned about 78% after the June 2026 round. Tencent, CATL and a state-backed AI fund are among the outside investors.

Why is Liang Wenfeng so private?

He has never explained it publicly. He has given only two known media interviews, both to 36Kr in 2023 and 2024. Hurun calls him the lowest-profile member of China’s Top 10.

Who Is Zhang Yiming?

Polina Pompliano — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:55:14 GMT

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Zhang Yiming is the founder of ByteDance, the company behind TikTok, Douyin and the Doubao AI assistant. On Oct. 27, 2026, the Hurun China Rich List ranked him China’s richest person for the second time, with a fortune of US$99.7 billion, the highest ever recorded for the top spot. His wealth rose 43% in a year, mostly because of AI. What’s surprising is that he hasn’t run ByteDance day to day since 2021. He gave up the CEO job at 38, writing that he was “not very social” and would rather analyze organizations than manage people. He lives in Singapore and almost never gives interviews.

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Born: April 1, 1983, Longyan, Fujian province, China
Age: 43
Company: Founder of ByteDance (2012). He was CEO until November 2021.
Education: Nankai University, Tianjin (2005). He switched his major from microelectronics to software engineering.
Lives: Singapore. He is a Chinese citizen, according to court filings reported by Fortune and Bloomberg.
Net worth: US$99.7 billion (Hurun China Rich List 2026, as of Sept. 1, 2026). Bloomberg estimated about US$105 billion in September 2026.
Known for: TikTok, Douyin, Toutiao and Doubao, China’s most-used AI assistant according to Hurun

Who is Zhang Yiming?

Zhang is a software engineer who bet that a computer could pick what you want to read and watch better than a human editor could. That bet became ByteDance. He started it in 2012 in a Beijing apartment, and it is now China’s most valuable startup, according to Hurun.

He grew up in Longyan, in Fujian province, and studied at Nankai University in Tianjin, where he also met his wife. His name, per the South China Morning Post, comes from a Chinese proverb about surprising everyone with your first attempt. It took him a while to get there. After graduating in 2005 he became one of the first employees at Kuxun, a travel search site, and was soon running dozens of engineers. He joined Microsoft but found its corporate rules stifling and left for Fanfou, a Twitter-like startup that didn’t survive. Then he founded 99fang, a real-estate search site.

In 2012 he noticed that smartphone users in China were struggling to find information, and he decided to push content to them using recommendations instead of search. Many investors turned him down. He launched ByteDance with Liang Rubo, a college friend who is now the company’s CEO, and Toutiao, a news app driven by recommendations, came out that August. Douyin followed in 2016 and TikTok, its international version, in 2017.

Then, in May 2021, at the height of TikTok’s success, he announced he would step back. “The truth is, I lack some of the skills that make an ideal manager,” he wrote to staff. He handed the CEO job to Liang Rubo that November and moved into long-term strategy.

He doesn’t run ByteDance now, but he still owns a lot of it. Bloomberg estimates his stake at about 21%. Reuters has reported that he holds more than half of the voting rights.

Career timeline

1983: Born in Longyan, Fujian.
2001–2005: Studies at Nankai University in Tianjin.
2005–2006: Joins Kuxun, a travel search startup, as an early engineer. Becomes technical director a year later.
2008: Joins Microsoft, then leaves for the startup Fanfou.
2009: Founds 99fang, a real-estate search site spun out of Kuxun.
March 2012: Founds ByteDance in a Beijing apartment. Toutiao launches that August.
2016: ByteDance launches Douyin, a short-video app.
2017: ByteDance launches TikTok internationally. In November it agrees to buy Musical.ly in a deal reported at up to US$1 billion and later merges it into TikTok.
April 2018: Regulators shut down the joke app Neihan Duanzi, and Zhang publishes a public apology.
May 2021: Announces he will step down as CEO. Liang Rubo succeeds him in November 2021.
2023: ByteDance launches Doubao, an AI chatbot.
2024: Tops the Hurun China Rich List for the first time.
January 2026: TikTok’s U.S. joint venture closes. ByteDance keeps 19.9%.
September 2026: Passes Gautam Adani to become Asia’s richest person on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
Oct. 27, 2026: No. 1 on the Hurun China Rich List again, at a record US$99.7 billion.

Notable deals & projects

Toutiao (2012): The news app driven by recommendations that proved his idea worked.
Douyin and TikTok (2016–2017): Short-video apps built on the same recommendation engine. Hurun puts TikTok at more than 1.6 billion users.
Musical.ly (2017): The lip-sync app ByteDance bought and folded into TikTok, which gave it a ready-made U.S. audience.
Doubao (2023): ByteDance’s AI assistant. Hurun calls it China’s most-used. Bloomberg reported it passed 300 million monthly users in 2026.
TikTok USDS Joint Venture (2026): To keep TikTok running in the U.S., ByteDance sold control of the U.S. business to a group led by Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX. It kept a 19.9% stake.

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What he’s known for

Algorithms over editors: ByteDance’s founding idea was that machine recommendations, not human curation, should decide what people see.
Thinking global early: He pushed ByteDance into the U.S., Europe and Japan at a time when most Chinese tech founders stayed focused at home.
Stepping back at the top: He handed off the CEO job at 38, at the height of TikTok’s success, saying management wasn’t his strength.
Being private: He rarely speaks in public, and Hurun calls him a Singapore resident.

In the news

Oct. 27, 2026: The Hurun China Rich List ranks Zhang No. 1 with US$99.7 billion, up 43%, or US$33.8 billion. That was the biggest gain on this year’s list. Hurun credited ByteDance’s growing profits from advertising and AI across Douyin, TikTok and Doubao. Rupert Hoogewerf, Hurun’s chairman and chief researcher, said Zhang is “already two-thirds of the way” to a fortune of one trillion yuan. The South China Morning Post and AP also covered the list.
Sept. 16, 2026: Bloomberg reported that Zhang had passed Gautam Adani as Asia’s richest person, with about US$105 billion.
January 2026: The TikTok USDS Joint Venture was finalized. Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX each hold 15%, and ByteDance holds 19.9%.

Quotes

“The truth is, I lack some of the skills that make an ideal manager. I’m more interested in analyzing organizational and market principles, and leveraging these theories to further reduce management work, rather than actually managing people.” — Letter to ByteDance employees, May 2021
“I’m not very social, preferring solitary activities like being online, reading, listening to music, and daydreaming about what may be possible.” — Same letter, May 2021
“Zhang Yiming is already two-thirds of the way” to a fortune of one trillion yuan. — Rupert Hoogewerf, Hurun, Oct. 27, 2026

Controversies / criticism

The 2018 apology: Chinese regulators permanently shut down Neihan Duanzi, ByteDance’s joke app, over vulgar content. Zhang published a public apology saying the product had “gone astray” and conflicted with “socialist core values.” He promised to grow ByteDance’s content-review team from 6,000 to 10,000 people. Critics saw it as a sign of how closely Chinese tech founders answer to Beijing.
TikTok and U.S. national security: For years, U.S. officials argued that ByteDance’s Chinese ownership put American user data at risk. A 2024 law forced the company to sell control of TikTok’s U.S. business or face a ban. The joint venture that closed in January 2026 resolved this, and ByteDance kept a minority stake.

Net worth & money

Hurun estimates Zhang’s fortune at US$99.7 billion as of Sept. 1, 2026. That’s up 43% from last year and a record for China’s richest person. Bloomberg put him at about US$105 billion in mid-September 2026. Bloomberg bases its figure on an estimated 21% stake in ByteDance and applies a discount because the company is private. Both numbers are estimates. ByteDance isn’t publicly traded, so the valuation comes from investor marks and private deals, and the trackers can differ by billions.

FAQ

Who is Zhang Yiming?

He is the Chinese founder of ByteDance, the company behind TikTok, Douyin and Doubao, and he is China’s richest person on the 2026 Hurun China Rich List.

How much is Zhang Yiming worth?

Hurun estimated US$99.7 billion as of Sept. 1, 2026. Bloomberg estimated about US$105 billion in September 2026.

Is Zhang Yiming still CEO of ByteDance?

No. He stepped down in 2021, and his co-founder and college friend Liang Rubo became CEO.

Does Zhang Yiming own TikTok?

Partly, through ByteDance. ByteDance owns TikTok outside the U.S. and kept 19.9% of the U.S. joint venture formed in January 2026.

Where does Zhang Yiming live?

Singapore, according to Hurun and to court filings reported by Fortune and Bloomberg in 2024.

How old is Zhang Yiming?

He is 43. He was born on April 1, 1983.

Who Is Akash Ambani?

Polina Pompliano — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:02:22 GMT

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Akash Ambani is the chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm, India’s largest mobile carrier, and managing director of its parent, Jio Platforms. He is the eldest son of Mukesh Ambani, who runs Reliance Industries. Jio Platforms’ initial public offering closed on Oct. 23, 2026, his 35th birthday, with more than $77 billion in bids, making it the most subscribed stock offering in India’s history, Reuters reported. The IPO values Jio at up to $108.3 billion. Shares are scheduled to start trading on India’s BSE and NSE exchanges on Wednesday, Oct. 28.

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Quick facts

Jobs: Chairman, Reliance Jio Infocomm (since June 2022). Managing director, Jio Platforms. Non-executive director, Reliance Industries.
Born: Oct. 23, 1991
Education: Bachelor’s in economics, Brown University
Family: Son of Mukesh and Nita Ambani. Grandson of Reliance founder Dhirubhai Ambani. Twin sister Isha, younger brother Anant.
Married: Shloka Mehta, in 2019. Two children.
Company: Jio Platforms, which says it serves about 533 million customers
Also: Helps manage the Mumbai Indians cricket team

Who is Akash Ambani?

Ambani grew up in Mumbai in India’s richest family. He went to the Dhirubhai Ambani International School, named for his grandfather, and studied economics at Brown University in Rhode Island.

He joined the boards of Reliance Jio Infocomm and Reliance Retail Ventures in October 2014. Jio was not yet a phone company then. It launched in 2016 with free voice calls and data, and it upended India’s telecom market. Rivals Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea took a hit. Reliance says Jio passed 100 million subscribers in under six months. Akash and Isha led the launch of its 4G service, BusinessLine reported. He then worked on the JioPhone, a cheap 4G feature phone released in 2017.

In 2020, Jio Platforms raised money from 13 investors. Meta, then Facebook, paid about $5.7 billion for 9.99%. Google paid about $4.5 billion for 7.73%. Reliance says Akash helped bring in more than $20 billion from global investors. BusinessLine reported he was on the team that negotiated the Meta deal.

In June 2022, Mukesh Ambani stepped down from Reliance Jio Infocomm’s board, and Akash became its chairman. Mukesh stayed chairman of Jio Platforms. Akash, Isha and Anant joined the board of Reliance Industries as non-executive directors in 2023.

Now he is the public face of the IPO. He pitches Jio as more than a phone company. “The network is our technology,” he told PTI.

Career timeline

Oct. 23, 1991: Born to Mukesh and Nita Ambani.
Brown University: Graduates with a bachelor’s in economics.
October 2014: Joins the boards of Reliance Jio Infocomm and Reliance Retail Ventures.
2016: Jio launches with free calls and data.
2017: JioPhone launches.
March 9, 2019: Marries Shloka Mehta in Mumbai.
2020: Jio Platforms raises money from Meta, Google and 11 other investors.
June 2022: Becomes chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm.
2023: Joins the Reliance Industries board.
Oct. 21–23, 2026: The Jio Platforms IPO is open for bids and closes on his 35th birthday.
Oct. 28, 2026: Jio Platforms is scheduled to list on the BSE and NSE.

Notable deals & projects

The Jio Platforms IPO (2026): About ₹30,213 crore, all new shares, with no existing investors selling. The price was ₹1,119 a share, the top of the range. It was subscribed 22.2 times overall and 70.55 times by institutions. It drew more than 13.8 million applications, the most ever in India. Anchor investors including the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, BlackRock and Fidelity bid $25.6 billion for $854 million of shares. Reliance will own about 64.5% after the listing. Up to ₹27,500 crore of the money will pay down Reliance Jio Infocomm’s debt.
Meta and Google (2020): Together they put about $10.2 billion into Jio Platforms. Ambani calls both “working partnerships, not just shareholdings.”
AI: Jio users get Google’s AI Pro plan free for 18 months. Reliance Enterprise Intelligence, a venture involving Reliance Intelligence and Meta, plans to sell AI tools to Indian businesses.
JioPhone: A low-cost phone that Reliance says brought more than 100 million Indians online.

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What he’s known for

Cheap data: Jio’s free and low-cost plans reshaped how India gets online.
Being the heir apparent for telecom: Each of Mukesh Ambani’s children has a business: Akash has Jio, Isha has retail and Anant has new energy.
Pitching Jio as a tech company: He points to Jio’s in-house 5G core and its 7,220 patent applications.
Cricket: He is involved in running the Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League.

In the news

Oct. 28, 2026: Jio Platforms is scheduled to start trading. Analysts told BusinessLine that even a 15% gain on debut would make it India’s second most valuable listed company.
Oct. 23, 2026: The IPO closed as India’s most subscribed. It surpassed the 2008 IPO of Reliance Power, part of his uncle Anil Ambani’s group. It was Mukesh Ambani’s first IPO in 20 years.
Oct. 20, 2026: In an interview with PTI, Akash Ambani laid out Jio’s plans for AI, cloud, satellite and 6G.

Quotes

“There is no either-or at Jio: the network is our technology.” — to PTI, Oct. 20, 2026
“Connectivity was the first product we built on that platform. Digital services, AI and cloud are what we are layering on top of it now.” — to PTI, Oct. 20, 2026
“Tariffs are one part of a much bigger story.” — to PTI, Oct. 20, 2026
“My grandfather, Dhirubhai Ambani, was the one who started the equity culture in India.” — to PTI, Oct. 20, 2026

Controversies / criticism

Valuation: The top-of-range valuation of about $108 billion is well short of the more than $150 billion Jio had reportedly hoped for when it filed its draft prospectus in June, PTI reported. The IPO is also about 14% smaller than first indicated.
AI scrutiny: Reuters described the listing as a test of investor appetite for big offerings while AI-linked stocks face more scrutiny.
Dynasty: He got the Jio chairmanship at 30, in a family-controlled group. Reliance has said his promotion reflects his work at Jio.

Net worth & money

Ambani’s personal net worth is not separately reported. The family’s wealth sits mostly in Reliance Industries, which will own about 64.5% of Jio Platforms after the IPO. The new shares are being sold by Jio itself, so no Ambani is cashing out in this IPO.

FAQ

Who is Akash Ambani?

He is the chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm and managing director of Jio Platforms. He is Mukesh Ambani’s eldest son.

How old is Akash Ambani?

He is 35. He was born on Oct. 23, 1991, the day the Jio IPO closed in 2026.

When does Jio Platforms list?

Shares are scheduled to start trading on the BSE and NSE on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026.

How big is the Jio IPO?

About ₹30,213 crore in new shares. It drew more than $77 billion in bids and values the company at up to $108.3 billion, Reuters reported.

Who are Jio’s biggest outside investors?

Meta and Google are among its longest-standing investors. Meta bought 9.99% in 2020 and Google bought 7.73%.

Is Akash Ambani a twin?

Yes. His twin sister is Isha Ambani.

Who is Akash Ambani’s wife?

Shloka Mehta. They married in March 2019 and have a son, Prithvi, and a daughter, Veda.

Where did Akash Ambani go to college?

Brown University, where he studied economics.

Who Is Krishna Rao?

Polina Pompliano — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:46:03 GMT

Last updated: October 26, 2026

Krishna Rao is the chief financial officer of Anthropic, the AI company behind Claude. He is the executive leading the company’s run-up to its initial public offering. Anthropic publicly filed its S-1 with the SEC on Oct. 26, 2026, and plans to list on the Nasdaq under the ticker “ANT.” Rao, 43, signed the filing. He is the only one of Anthropic’s three named executive officers who is not a co-founder. Before Anthropic, he was CFO of Fanatics Commerce and Cedar, and he spent six years at Airbnb, where he helped raise more than $10 billion, including in its IPO.

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Job: Chief Financial Officer, Anthropic (since April 2024)
Age: 43, per the S-1
Education: J.D., Yale Law School. A.B. in economics, Harvard College.
Before Anthropic: CFO of Fanatics Commerce. CFO of Cedar. Head of corporate and business development at Airbnb. Private equity investor at Blackstone. Consultant at Bain & Company.
Base salary: $1.25 million a year (since Feb. 1, 2026), per the S-1
Anthropic stake: 9,497,900 shares beneficially owned, mostly stock options, as of Sept. 30, 2026, per the S-1
Company: Anthropic, PBC. Proposed Nasdaq ticker: ANT.

Who is Krishna Rao?

Rao is a finance executive with a law degree. He started his career as a strategy consultant at Bain & Company from 2005 to 2008. He then went to Yale Law School. From 2011 to 2015 he was a private equity investor at Blackstone, where he rose to principal.

In October 2015 he joined Airbnb. He spent almost six years there. He was director of financial planning and analysis and then global head of corporate and business development. Anthropic says he helped steer Airbnb through the COVID-19 pandemic and helped raise more than $10 billion in equity and debt, including Airbnb’s 2020 IPO.

He left in 2021 to become CFO of Cedar, a healthcare payments startup. In 2023 he moved to Fanatics Commerce, the online sports merchandise business, as CFO.

Anthropic hired him in spring 2024. At the time, the company was a three-year-old startup. Since then it has raised tens of billions of dollars. CNBC reported that a funding round in late May 2026 valued Anthropic at $965 billion, and that the company said its run-rate revenue had passed $47 billion.

In August 2026, CNBC reported that Rao was leading Anthropic’s early “test the waters” meetings with possible IPO investors. Today the S-1 went public, with his signature on it. Reuters has reported the roadshow is expected around the week of Nov. 9.

Career timeline

2005–2008: Strategy consultant, Bain & Company.
Yale Law School: Earns his J.D.
2011–2015: Private equity investor at Blackstone, rising to principal.
2015–2021: Airbnb. Director of FP&A, then global head of corporate and business development. Airbnb goes public in December 2020.
2021–2023: CFO, Cedar.
2023–2024: CFO, Fanatics Commerce.
March 2, 2024: Signs his Anthropic offer letter.
April 2024: Becomes Anthropic’s CFO. The company announces the hire on May 21, 2024.
May 2026: Profiled by The Wall Street Journal as Anthropic’s “perfect wingman.” Appears on the Invest Like the Best podcast.
August 2026: Leads early IPO meetings with investors, CNBC reports.
Oct. 26, 2026: Anthropic publicly files its S-1. Rao signs it.

Notable deals & projects

Anthropic’s IPO: He is leading the process. Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley are named in the company’s announcement as the banks to contact for the prospectus.
Compute deals: He oversees how much computing power Anthropic buys and from whom. He says the company uses chips from Amazon (Trainium), Google (TPUs) and Nvidia (GPUs) interchangeably.
Fundraising: He has been CFO through Anthropic’s biggest private rounds, including the late-May 2026 round that CNBC said valued it at $965 billion.
Airbnb: He helped raise more than $10 billion for Airbnb, including its IPO and private financings, according to Anthropic.

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What he’s known for

Being the outsider at the top: Anthropic’s other two named executive officers, CEO Dario Amodei and President Daniela Amodei, are co-founders. Rao is not.
Compute discipline: He talks about a “cone of uncertainty” when deciding how much computing power to buy years in advance.
IPO experience: He was part of the team that took Airbnb public.

In the news

Oct. 26, 2026: Anthropic publicly filed its S-1. It lists Rao’s pay, his equity and a new severance deal.
Aug. 13, 2026: CNBC reported Rao was leading Anthropic’s early meetings with potential IPO investors. The meetings were high-level and did not include valuation talks, CNBC’s sources said.
May 2026: The Wall Street Journal profiled him under the headline “Meet Anthropic’s ‘Perfect Wingman’ for Its Race Against OpenAI.”

Quotes

“The compute that we procure is the lifeblood of our business. It is the most important thing in the company. It’s like the canvas on which everything else gets built.” — on Invest Like the Best, May 2026
“If you buy too much compute, you go out of business. If you buy too little compute, you can’t serve your customers and you’re not at the frontier.” — on Invest Like the Best, May 2026
“Anthropic’s mission to build transformative AI systems that benefit humanity deeply resonates with me.” — when he joined, May 2024
“Krishna is a world-class financial leader.” — Daniela Amodei, May 2024

Controversies / criticism

None of note about Rao personally. The S-1 says Anthropic began paying for security services for him in 2026, after a third-party study of the risks he faces.

Net worth & money

Rao’s net worth has not been reported. The S-1 does show what Anthropic pays him:

2025 total pay: $720,250. That was $706,250 in salary plus a $14,000 401(k) match.
Salary: $700,000 for most of 2025. Raised to $850,000 in mid-December 2025, then to $1.25 million on Feb. 1, 2026.
Hiring grant: Options on 14 million shares at $1.30 each, vesting over four years.
2026 grants: 1,122,840 options at $17.66 a share and 1,862,140 restricted stock units, granted Feb. 20, 2026.
Ownership: 9,497,900 shares beneficially owned. That’s 153,960 shares he holds outright plus options on about 9.3 million more (1.5 million of them through a trust).
Severance: If he is let go without cause, he gets 12 months of salary, 12 months of health coverage and 12 months of extra vesting. His equity fully vests if he loses his job in connection with a sale of the company.

His stake will be worth much more if the IPO prices near the $2 trillion valuation some investors have floated, according to CNBC. Anthropic has not set a price.

FAQ

Who is Krishna Rao?

He is the chief financial officer of Anthropic and the executive leading its IPO.

How old is Krishna Rao?

He is 43, according to Anthropic’s S-1.

Is Krishna Rao a co-founder of Anthropic?

No. He joined as CFO in 2024. He is the only one of Anthropic’s three named executive officers who is not a co-founder.

Where did Krishna Rao work before Anthropic?

Fanatics Commerce and Cedar, where he was CFO. Before that, Airbnb, Blackstone and Bain & Company.

Where did Krishna Rao go to school?

Harvard College (economics) and Yale Law School.

How much does Krishna Rao make?

His base salary is $1.25 million a year as of Feb. 1, 2026. His total 2025 pay was $720,250, according to the S-1. Most of his wealth is in Anthropic stock options.

When is the Anthropic IPO?

Anthropic filed its S-1 publicly on Oct. 26, 2026. It has not set a date or price. Reuters has reported the roadshow could start around the week of Nov. 9.

What is Anthropic’s ticker?

ANT, on the Nasdaq Global Select Market.

Meet Neil ‘Buddy’ Shah, the Most Powerful Man at Anthropic You've Never Heard Of

Polina Pompliano — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:30:16 GMT

Anthropic has officially filed its S-1 with the SEC for an initial public offering, which means it’s poised to become the first frontier AI lab to go public.

Anthropic has raised approximately $141.1 billion in capital since its founding, according to its S-1. Its largest outside shareholders are Amazon and Google, which will each own more than 5% of the company after the IPO, all of it in non-voting shares.

One of the risk factors Anthropic lists in its S-1: “Navigate an evolving, uncertain, and at times divergent global regulatory landscape and engage with legislators, regulators, and other stakeholders.” (Allow me to translate: “We’re building technology faster than governments can figure out what the hell it is, and now we have to explain it to a bunch of politicians who still struggle to open a PDF.”)

Now, to the part I found most interesting. Buried on page 145 is the name of a man I’d never heard of who wields an unusual amount of power: Dr. Neil “Buddy” Shah, chair of the Anthropic Long-Term Benefit Trust.

Who Is Robert Gasser?

Polina Pompliano — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:04:12 GMT

Last updated: October 25, 2026

Robert Gasser is a 27-year-old left-handed starting pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers. He starts Game 3 of the World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday, Oct. 26. The Brewers lead the series 2–0. He came to Milwaukee in 2022 as part of the trade that sent closer Josh Hader to San Diego.

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Full name: Robert Riordan Gasser
Born: May 31, 1999, in El Dorado Hills, California
Age: 27
Team: Milwaukee Brewers, No. 54
Position: Starting pitcher (bats and throws left)
College: New Mexico, San Joaquin Delta College and Houston
Drafted: 2021, second round (71st overall), by the San Diego Padres
MLB debut: May 10, 2024
2026 regular season: 5–5, 3.87 ERA in 21 games (20 starts)

Who is Robert Gasser?

Gasser grew up in El Dorado Hills, near Sacramento. He was small as a kid and played center field. He did not pitch full time until his sophomore year of high school. He idolized Oakland A’s lefty Barry Zito.

He bounced around in college. He pitched for New Mexico in 2018. In 2019 he went 14–0 at San Joaquin Delta College. Then he moved to the University of Houston. The Padres drafted him in the second round in 2021.

In August 2022 the Padres traded him to Milwaukee in a five-player deal for star closer Josh Hader. In 2023 he was named the International League Pitcher of the Year at Triple-A Nashville.

His debut on May 10, 2024, was a gem. He threw six scoreless innings against the Cardinals and walked no one. A month later he needed surgery on the ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow. He missed more than a year.

He came back late in 2025. In 2026 he spent part of the year in Triple-A, then pitched his way into the Brewers’ rotation. In Game 3 of the NL Championship Series, he threw five scoreless innings at Dodger Stadium in a 6–2 Brewers win.

Career timeline

1999: Born May 31 in El Dorado Hills, California.
2019: Goes 14–0 with a 2.38 ERA at San Joaquin Delta College.
2021: Drafted by the Padres in the second round out of Houston.
Aug. 1, 2022: Traded to the Brewers in the Josh Hader deal.
2023: Named International League Pitcher of the Year.
May 10, 2024: MLB debut. Six scoreless innings against St. Louis.
June 2024: Needs season-ending elbow surgery.
Aug. 30, 2025: Returns from the injured list.
2026: Goes 5–5 with a 3.87 ERA for the Brewers.
Oct. 14, 2026: Throws five scoreless innings in NLCS Game 3 against the Dodgers.
Oct. 26, 2026: Starts World Series Game 3 against the Rays.

Notable deals & projects

The Hader trade: Milwaukee sent Hader to San Diego for Gasser, Esteury Ruiz, Taylor Rogers and Dinelson Lamet. The Brewers later flipped Ruiz in the deal that brought them All-Star catcher William Contreras.
Contract: He is not yet eligible for arbitration. Baseball-Reference projects free agency after 2030.

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What he’s known for

A family story: In 1984 the Brewers drafted his father, Jim, in the 27th round. Jim chose college instead. He was later drafted by the Giants, but an elbow injury ended his career. The family kept the Brewers’ draft telegram on the wall at home.
A big debut: The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel noted he was one of only three Brewers since 1984, along with Brandon Woodruff and Freddy Peralta, to post an ERA under 2.00 in his first four starts.
The comeback: He returned from elbow surgery to start a World Series game.

In the news

Oct. 26, 2026: Gasser starts Game 3 of the World Series at Tropicana Field at 8 p.m. ET on FOX. He faces Freddy Peralta, his former Brewers teammate. Milwaukee leads 2–0.
Oct. 14, 2026: He held the Dodgers scoreless for five innings in NLCS Game 3. The Brewers won 6–2 to take a 3–0 series lead.

Quotes

“Confidence is the biggest thing. I want to be confident.” — in 2023 Brewers spring training (via MLB.com)
“I’ve never thought about working a regular job. I’ve never thought about doing anything other than baseball.” — in 2023 (via MLB.com)
“Robert was the little guy with a cannon.” — his father, Jim Gasser (via MLB.com)

Controversies / criticism

No major controversies have been reported. His main setback has been his health: the 2024 elbow surgery cost him most of two seasons.

Net worth & money

He is still on a pre-arbitration salary, close to the MLB minimum. His draft signing bonus was not confirmed for this story. His net worth has not been publicly reported. Treat celebrity net-worth sites as unverified.

FAQ

Who is Robert Gasser?

He is a left-handed starting pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers. He starts Game 3 of the 2026 World Series.

How old is Robert Gasser?

He is 27. He was born May 31, 1999.

Where is Robert Gasser from?

El Dorado Hills, California.

How did Robert Gasser get to the Brewers?

The Padres traded him to Milwaukee on Aug. 1, 2022, as part of the Josh Hader trade.

Did Robert Gasser have Tommy John surgery?

He had surgery to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow in June 2024. That is the ligament repaired in Tommy John surgery. He returned in August 2025.

When does Robert Gasser pitch next?

He starts World Series Game 3 on Monday, Oct. 26, at 8 p.m. ET at Tropicana Field.

Who Is Freddy Peralta?

Polina Pompliano — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:31:28 GMT

Last updated: October 25, 2026

Freddy Peralta is a 30-year-old starting pitcher for the Tampa Bay Rays. He was the MVP of the 2026 American League Championship Series. On Monday, Oct. 26, he starts Game 3 of the World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers, the team he pitched for from 2018 to 2025. The Rays trail the series 2–0.

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Full name: Freddy Peralta
Born: June 4, 1996, in Moca, Dominican Republic
Age: 30
Team: Tampa Bay Rays, No. 51
Position: Starting pitcher (right-handed)
Former teams: Milwaukee Brewers (2018–2025), New York Mets (2026)
Honors: Two-time All-Star (2021, 2025). 2026 ALCS MVP.
2026 regular season: 10–11, 4.42 ERA in 32 starts (Mets and Rays)
Career: 80–53, 3.71 ERA
Nickname: “Fastball Freddy”

Who is Freddy Peralta?

Peralta grew up in Moca, in the Dominican Republic. The Seattle Mariners signed him as a teenager in 2013. In December 2015 they traded him to Milwaukee in a deal for first baseman Adam Lind.

He made his big-league debut on May 13, 2018, at Coors Field in Denver. He struck out 13 batters in 5 2/3 scoreless innings. That set a Brewers record for a pitcher’s first career start.

He became one of the best starters in the National League. He made the All-Star team in 2021. In 2025 he went 17–6 with a 2.70 ERA and 204 strikeouts. He led the NL in wins, made his second All-Star team and finished fifth in the Cy Young vote.

In January 2026 the Brewers traded him to the New York Mets. It went badly. He went 5–9 with a 4.99 ERA in 22 starts. At the August trade deadline the Mets sent him to Tampa Bay.

With the Rays, he changed his mechanics with pitching coach Kyle Snyder. He moved to the third-base side of the rubber, dropped his windup and threw more changeups. He went 5–2 with a 3.25 ERA in 10 starts. He was the AL Pitcher of the Month for September.

In the ALCS against the Cleveland Guardians, he went 2–0 with a 0.75 ERA. The Rays won the series in six games, and he was named MVP.

Career timeline

1996: Born June 4 in Moca, Dominican Republic.
2013: Signs with the Seattle Mariners.
Dec. 9, 2015: Traded to the Milwaukee Brewers.
May 13, 2018: MLB debut. Strikes out 13 in 5 2/3 scoreless innings at Coors Field.
2020: Signs a five-year, $15.5 million extension with Milwaukee.
2021: First All-Star selection.
2025: Goes 17–6 with a 2.70 ERA. Second All-Star selection. Fifth in NL Cy Young voting.
Jan. 21, 2026: Traded to the New York Mets.
August 2026: Traded to the Tampa Bay Rays at the trade deadline.
September 2026: Named AL Pitcher of the Month.
October 2026: Named ALCS MVP.
Oct. 26, 2026: Starts World Series Game 3 against the Brewers.

Notable deals & projects

The extension: In 2020 he signed a five-year, $15.5 million deal with Milwaukee. The Brewers picked up his $8 million club option for 2026.
The Mets trade: Milwaukee sent him and pitcher Tobias Myers to New York for prospects Jett Williams and Brandon Sproat.
The Rays trade: The Mets traded him to Tampa Bay for three prospects: Aidan Smith, Gary Gill Hill and Émilien Pitre.
Free agency: His contract ends after this season. He told the New York Post’s Jon Heyman in the spring that he wants a seven- or eight-year deal.

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What he’s known for

Strikeouts: He has struck out more than 1,300 batters in his career.
His debut: 13 strikeouts in his first big-league start.
The comeback: He went from a 4.99 ERA with the Mets to ALCS MVP in about three months.
His attitude: His old manager, Pat Murphy, calls him “joyful.”

In the news

Oct. 26, 2026: Peralta starts Game 3 of the World Series at Tropicana Field at 8 p.m. ET on FOX. He faces Brewers lefty Robert Gasser. Milwaukee leads the series 2–0.
October 2026: Brewers fans applauded him at American Family Field before Game 1, his first time back in Milwaukee as an opponent.
October 2026: He was named ALCS MVP after the Rays beat the Guardians 4–2. He is the third Ray to win it, after Matt Garza (2008) and Randy Arozarena (2020).

Quotes

“I started losing a little bit of confidence. But then, you know, everything changed.” — on his Mets slump and the trade to Tampa Bay (via MLB.com)
“I love that kid, man -- I just do.” — Brewers manager Pat Murphy (via MLB.com)
“He was our ace. He was our guy.” — Brewers outfielder Sal Frelick (via MLB.com)

Controversies / criticism

The Mets stint: He was the Mets’ Opening Day starter, but he had a 7.34 ERA over a nine-start stretch before the deadline. In one start he gave up a career-high 10 runs to the Phillies. “I don’t feel good,” he said afterward.
The trade debate: The Mets traded him at the deadline. He has been one of the best pitchers in baseball since.

Net worth & money

His known earnings come from his contracts. He signed a five-year, $15.5 million extension in 2020, and his 2026 salary is an $8 million club option. He is set to become a free agent after the World Series. His net worth has not been publicly reported. Treat celebrity net-worth sites as unverified.

FAQ

Who is Freddy Peralta?

He is a starting pitcher for the Tampa Bay Rays and the 2026 ALCS MVP. He pitched for the Milwaukee Brewers from 2018 to 2025.

How old is Freddy Peralta?

He is 30. He was born June 4, 1996.

Where is Freddy Peralta from?

Moca, in the Dominican Republic.

Why did the Brewers trade Freddy Peralta?

Milwaukee traded him to the Mets in January 2026, a year before he could become a free agent. The Brewers got two prospects, Jett Williams and Brandon Sproat.

Why did the Mets trade Freddy Peralta?

He struggled in New York, with a 4.99 ERA in 22 starts. The Mets traded him to Tampa Bay at the August deadline for three prospects.

Is Freddy Peralta a free agent?

He will be after the season. His contract ends after 2026.

When does Freddy Peralta pitch next?

He starts World Series Game 3 on Monday, Oct. 26, at 8 p.m. ET at Tropicana Field.

Is Freddy Peralta married?

Yes. His wife is Maritza. They have a daughter.

Who Is Rick Jackson?

Polina Pompliano — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:31:30 GMT

Last updated: October 25, 2026

Rick Jackson is a 72-year-old billionaire and the Republican nominee for governor of Georgia. He founded Jackson Healthcare, a medical staffing company based in Alpharetta. He had never run for office before 2026. He faces Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms on Nov. 3, and the latest AJC poll shows the race tied.

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Full name: Richard Lee Jackson
Born: March 16, 1954. Grew up in Atlanta.
Age: 72
Company: Founder and CEO of Jackson Healthcare, Alpharetta, Georgia
Party: Republican
Running for: Governor of Georgia. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026.
Opponent: Keisha Lance Bottoms, former mayor of Atlanta (Democrat)
Family: Wife, Melody. Three children. His son Shane Jackson is president of Jackson Healthcare.
Home: Cumming, Georgia
Net worth: About $1 billion, per Forbes (Oct. 2026)

Who is Rick Jackson?

Jackson grew up poor in Midtown Atlanta. Forbes reports he spent part of his childhood in the Techwood Homes public housing project. His father left when he was a baby. His mother struggled with alcohol. His campaign says he entered foster care as a teenager.

He went to Lipscomb University in Nashville but did not finish.

In 1978 he started a business recruiting doctors to work in rural towns in the South. Investors pushed him out in the late 1980s. The New York Times reports he later bought the company’s assets back out of bankruptcy.

In 2000 he founded Jackson Healthcare. It places doctors, nurses and other medical workers in hospitals that need them. Today it is a family of about 20 companies. Forbes puts its revenue at about $3 billion a year.

In February 2026 he jumped into the race for governor. He paid for most of his campaign himself. He finished first in the May primary. In the June runoff he beat Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, who had President Trump’s endorsement. Trump now backs Jackson and held a rally for him in Perry, Georgia, on Oct. 24.

Career timeline

1954: Born March 16.
1978: Starts his first medical recruiting business.
Late 1980s: Pushed out of that company by investors. Later buys its assets back out of bankruptcy.
2000: Founds Jackson Healthcare.
2012: Buys Family Christian Stores. The chain filed for bankruptcy in 2015.
2015: Co-produces the faith film 90 Minutes in Heaven.
2021: Launches a blank-check company, Jackson Acquisition Co., with former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush. It shut down in 2023 without a deal.
February 2026: Enters the race for Georgia governor.
May 19, 2026: Finishes first in the Republican primary with about 32.5% of the vote.
June 16, 2026: Beats Burt Jones in the runoff.
Oct. 24, 2026: Trump holds a rally for him in Perry, Georgia.
Nov. 3, 2026: Election Day.

Notable deals & projects

Jackson Healthcare: A medical staffing group of about 20 companies with about 2,500 employees, per The New York Times.
Drug manufacturing: His group owns USAntibiotics, an amoxicillin plant in Bristol, Tennessee.
State contracts: His companies have earned about $1 billion from Georgia state contracts since 2020, WABE reported. That includes a no-bid pandemic staffing contract worth more than $40 million, per Georgia Health News.
Federal contract: One of his companies won a contract worth up to $2.6 billion to provide medical staff at ICE detention centers. His campaign says no work or money has flowed from it yet.
SPAC with Jeb Bush: Jackson Acquisition Co. raised $200 million in 2021 and closed in 2023 without buying a company.
Self-funding: Politico reported on Oct. 21 that he has spent nearly $200 million of his own money on the race.

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What he’s known for

His comeback story: Public housing, foster care, a business he lost and won back.
Spending: He is one of the biggest self-funders in the history of Georgia politics.
Taxes: He has promised to freeze property taxes and cut the state income tax in half.
Trump: He has pitched himself as a close Trump ally. “I’m going to be Trump’s favorite governor. I guarantee you,” he said (via Forbes).
Faith: He talks often about his Christian faith. He co-produced 90 Minutes in Heaven.

In the news

Oct. 25, 2026: The New York Times published a long look at his business career, “He Took Big Risks to Make Billions. He Wants Georgia Voters to Bet on Him.”
Oct. 24, 2026: Trump held a rally for Jackson in Perry, Georgia.
Oct. 2026: An AJC poll (Oct. 7–15, 1,000 likely voters, margin of error ±3.1 points) had Jackson at 46% and Bottoms at 45%, with 8% undecided.

Quotes

“God has blessed me beyond anything I imagined. I know what it means to struggle. I know what it means to get a second chance.” — at an October 2026 debate (via The New York Times)
“I can’t be bought.” — on self-funding his campaign (via The New York Times)
“I have failed more than any human being you’ll ever meet.” — to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, 2015 (via The New York Times)
“I’m going to be Trump’s favorite governor. I guarantee you.” — (via Forbes)
“He’s spending millions of dollars trying to hold onto the billions he’s making off the taxpayers of Georgia.” — Keisha Lance Bottoms, on Jackson (via The New York Times)

Controversies / criticism

State contracts: Critics, including Bottoms, say a governor should not own companies that earn money from the state. Jackson has pledged to stop taking new state contracts if elected. He has not said whether he would put his holdings in a blind trust.
IRS lawsuit: In 2024 the IRS sued his investment company. It says the company underreported about $72 million of income in 2019, tied to film deductions, and seeks about $38 million. The case is ongoing.
Federal settlement: One of his companies paid $700,000 to settle a federal kickback case. Prosecutors credited it for cooperating.
Foreign nurses: His company paid $3 million to settle a lawsuit by foreign nurses over “stay-or-pay” contract penalties.
ICE contract: Democrats have attacked the detention-center staffing contract.
Family Christian Stores: His purchase of the chain, and its 2015 bankruptcy, drew scrutiny.

Net worth & money

Forbes estimates his net worth at about $1 billion (October 2026). Forbes gives him a self-made score of 10, its highest. Most of his wealth comes from Jackson Healthcare and his other private companies. He lives in a 47,000-square-foot home in Cumming, Georgia.

FAQ

Who is Rick Jackson?

He is a billionaire healthcare staffing executive and the Republican nominee for governor of Georgia in 2026.

How old is Rick Jackson?

He is 72. He was born March 16, 1954.

How did Rick Jackson make his money?

He founded Jackson Healthcare in 2000. It places doctors, nurses and other medical workers in hospitals.

Who is Rick Jackson running against?

Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms, the former mayor of Atlanta.

When is the Georgia governor election?

Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026.

Has Trump endorsed Rick Jackson?

Yes, for the general election. Trump backed Burt Jones in the primary. After Jackson won the runoff, Trump supported him and held a rally for him on Oct. 24.

How much is Rick Jackson worth?

About $1 billion, according to Forbes.

Is Rick Jackson married?

Yes. His wife is Melody Jackson. They have three children.

Who Is Alexander Volkanovski?

Polina Pompliano — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:47:26 GMT

Last updated: October 25, 2026

Alexander Volkanovski is the UFC featherweight champion. He is 38 and from Australia. On Oct. 24 he beat previously unbeaten Movsar Evloev by second-round TKO at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi. He was the first Australian-born fighter to win a UFC title. He has won more featherweight title fights than anyone in UFC history.

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Who Is Cooper Pratt?

Polina Pompliano — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:45:45 GMT

Last updated: October 25, 2026

Cooper Pratt is a 22-year-old rookie shortstop for the Milwaukee Brewers. On Oct. 24 he hit a go-ahead single in the seventh inning of World Series Game 2. The Brewers beat the Tampa Bay Rays 5–4 and took a 2–0 series lead. Before he ever played in the majors, the Brewers signed him to an eight-year, $50.75 million contract.

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Quick facts

Full name: Cooper Wickham Pratt
Born: Aug. 18, 2004, in Hialeah, Florida. Grew up in Oxford, Mississippi.
Height/weight: 6 feet 4 inches, 210 pounds
Team: Milwaukee Brewers, No. 12
Position: Shortstop (bats and throws right)
High school: Magnolia Heights School in Senatobia, Mississippi
Drafted: 2023, sixth round, by the Brewers. He had committed to Ole Miss.
Contract: Eight years, $50.75 million, signed April 3, 2026
MLB debut: June 16, 2026
2026 season: .281 average, 3 home runs, 34 RBIs and 19 stolen bases in 74 games

Who is Cooper Pratt?

Pratt was born in South Florida. His family moved to Oxford, Mississippi, home of Ole Miss. He went to high school at Magnolia Heights in nearby Senatobia.

He was a star on both sides of the ball. As a senior in 2023 he hit .469 with 50 RBIs and 38 stolen bases. On the mound he went 10–0 with a 0.14 ERA. He was named Mississippi’s Gatorade Player of the Year.

He committed to play at Ole Miss. Instead, the Brewers drafted him in the sixth round in 2023, and he signed.

He moved fast. In 2024 he hit .277 with 27 stolen bases across two minor-league levels. In 2025, at Double-A Biloxi, he won a Minor League Gold Glove for his defense. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel ranked him the Brewers’ No. 2 prospect.

Then the Brewers made an unusual bet. On April 3, 2026, they gave him an eight-year, $50.75 million contract. He had not played a single game in the majors. He had played only three games at Triple-A or above. MLB.com reported that no player had ever signed an extension with less upper-minors experience.

He debuted on June 16, 2026. He hit .281 and stole 19 bases in 74 games. The Brewers won 103 games, the most in baseball, and reached their first World Series since 1982.

Career timeline

2004: Born Aug. 18 in Hialeah, Florida.
2023: Named Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year. Drafted by the Brewers in the sixth round.
2024: Hits .277 with 8 home runs and 27 steals in his first full minor-league season.
2025: Wins a Minor League Gold Glove at Double-A Biloxi.
April 3, 2026: Signs an eight-year, $50.75 million extension before his MLB debut.
June 16, 2026: Makes his MLB debut.
October 2026: Starts at shortstop as the Brewers win the National League pennant.
Oct. 24, 2026: Drives in the go-ahead run in World Series Game 2.

Notable deals & projects

The contract: Eight years and $50.75 million, per MLB.com and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Two club options could push it past $80 million.
The bet: The Brewers signed him after just three games at Triple-A or above. MLB.com reported that no player had ever signed an extension with less upper-minors experience.
Defense: He won a Minor League Gold Glove in 2025.

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What he’s known for

Big moments: His seventh-inning single in Game 2 came on a 2-2 sinker, lined to right field.
Speed: He stole 19 bases in 74 games as a rookie. He stole second right after his Game 2 hit.
Youth: He is the second-youngest player since 1920 to drive in a run and steal a base in the same World Series game, per MLB.com. Only Juan Soto was younger.
The extension: He is the rare player paid like a core piece before his first at-bat.

In the news

Oct. 24, 2026: Pratt’s go-ahead single in the seventh inning scored Brice Turang and gave the Brewers a 5–4 win over the Rays in Game 2. Milwaukee came back from a four-run deficit. Sal Frelick tied it with a home run in the sixth. Pratt had made a throwing error on the first batter of the game. “My heart was racing, I’m not going to lie,” he said. The Brewers lead the series 2–0. Game 3 is Monday, Oct. 26, at 8 p.m. ET at Tropicana Field.

Quotes

“My heart was racing, I’m not going to lie.” — after Game 2, Oct. 24, 2026 (via MLB.com)
“It’s nine innings for a reason.” — on the Brewers’ comeback in Game 2 (via MLB.com)
“You’re born for this stuff.” — Brewers hitting coach Daniel Vogelbach, to Pratt (via MLB.com)

Controversies / criticism

Errors: His defense has wobbled in October. He had four errors this postseason, per NBC Sports, including a throwing error in the first inning of Game 2.
The contract: Paying $50.75 million to a player with almost no high-minors experience was a big risk. So far his rookie year has backed up the bet.

Net worth & money

His known earnings come from his contract: eight years and $50.75 million, signed in April 2026. His draft signing bonus was not confirmed for this story. Treat celebrity net-worth sites as unverified.

FAQ

Who is Cooper Pratt?

He is a rookie shortstop for the Milwaukee Brewers. He drove in the winning run in Game 2 of the 2026 World Series.

How old is Cooper Pratt?

He is 22. He was born Aug. 18, 2004.

Where is Cooper Pratt from?

He was born in Hialeah, Florida, and grew up in Oxford, Mississippi.

How much is Cooper Pratt’s contract?

Eight years and $50.75 million. He signed it in April 2026, before his MLB debut.

Did Cooper Pratt go to college?

No. He committed to Ole Miss but signed with the Brewers after they drafted him in 2023.

What number does Cooper Pratt wear?

No. 12.

When is the next World Series game?

Game 3 is Monday, Oct. 26, at 8 p.m. ET at Tropicana Field. The Brewers lead the series 2–0.

Who Is John Anderson?

Polina Pompliano — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:44:28 GMT

Last updated: October 25, 2026

John Anderson was a country singer and songwriter from Florida. He was known for his twangy, one-of-a-kind voice and for hits like “Swingin’,” “Straight Tequila Night” and “Seminole Wind.” He had five No. 1 country songs. He was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2024. He died on Oct. 21, 2026, at his home in Smithville, Tennessee. He was 71.

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Full name: John David Anderson
Born: Dec. 13, 1954, in Apopka, Florida
Died: Oct. 21, 2026, at home in Smithville, Tennessee. He was 71. No cause of death has been made public.
Occupation: Country singer, songwriter and guitarist
Known for: “Swingin’,” “Wild and Blue,” “Black Sheep,” “Straight Tequila Night,” “Money in the Bank,” “Seminole Wind”
No. 1 country hits: Five
Biggest album: Seminole Wind (1992), certified double platinum
Honors: Country Music Hall of Fame (elected 2024); Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame (2014); CMA Horizon Award and Single of the Year (1983)
Family: Wife Jamie; daughters Brionna and Alexa; grandchildren

Who is John Anderson?

Anderson grew up in Apopka, a small town near Orlando. He got his first guitar at 7. As a teenager he played in rock bands. At 15 he discovered George Jones and Merle Haggard, and he turned to country.

He finished high school in 1972 and moved to Nashville. At first he performed with his sister, Donna. To pay the bills he worked as a roofer. One of his jobs was on the new Grand Ole Opry House. At night he played clubs.

He signed with Warner Bros. Records in the late 1970s. His first chart single came out in 1977. His first top 10 hit, “1959,” came in 1980. That year he also opened shows for Merle Haggard.

His big break was “Swingin’” in 1983. The playful song went to No. 1 on the country chart. It also crossed over to the pop chart and went gold. It won Single of the Year at the 1983 CMA Awards. He also won the CMA’s Horizon Award for new artists.

By the late 1980s his hits had dried up. He left Warner in 1986 and moved between labels. Then came a comeback. His 1992 album Seminole Wind became the biggest of his career. It produced “Straight Tequila Night,” a No. 1, and the title track, which reached No. 2. “Money in the Bank” hit No. 1 in 1993.

He had a heart attack in 2003 but kept working. In 2020 he released Years, an album produced by Dan Auerbach of the Black Keys and David Ferguson. A new generation of stars took notice. In 2022 artists including Luke Combs, Eric Church, Tyler Childers, Sturgill Simpson and Sierra Ferrell recorded his songs for a tribute album.

In 2024 he was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame. His last public appearance was at the Hall’s 2026 induction ceremony. He died three days later.

Career timeline

1954: Born Dec. 13 in Apopka, Florida.
1972: Graduates from Apopka High School and moves to Nashville.
1977: First chart single, “I’ve Got a Feelin’ (Somebody’s Been Stealin’),” on Warner Bros.
1980: Debut album John Anderson. “1959” becomes his first top 10 hit.
1982: “Wild and Blue” becomes his first No. 1.
1983: “Swingin’” hits No. 1. He wins the CMA Horizon Award and Single of the Year. “Black Sheep” also hits No. 1.
1986: Leaves Warner Bros.
1992: Releases Seminole Wind. “Straight Tequila Night” hits No. 1.
1993: “Money in the Bank” hits No. 1. Gets a career achievement award from the Academy of Country Music.
2003: Survives a heart attack.
2014: Inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.
2020: Releases Years, produced by Dan Auerbach and David Ferguson.
2022: Tribute album features Luke Combs, Eric Church and others.
2024: Elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Oct. 21, 2026: Dies at home in Smithville, Tennessee, at 71.

Notable works

“Swingin’” (1983): His signature song. No. 1 country, a pop crossover and a gold single.
Seminole Wind (1992): His best-selling album, certified double platinum. The title song is about the draining of Florida’s wetlands.
“Straight Tequila Night” (1991–92): A No. 1 country hit from Seminole Wind.
“Wild and Blue,” “Black Sheep,” “Money in the Bank”: His other three No. 1 country songs.
“I’m Just an Old Chunk of Coal” (1981): An early hit that earned a Grammy nomination.
Years (2020): A late-career album made with Dan Auerbach. It introduced him to younger fans.
Songwriting: He co-wrote many of his own hits. He also co-wrote John Rich’s 2009 single “Shuttin’ Detroit Down.”

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What he’s known for

The voice: His twangy, bent-note singing was instantly recognizable. Tim McGraw called him a singular “stylist.”
Traditional country: He came up in the early 1980s, when Nashville was chasing pop. He stuck to a classic honky-tonk sound.
The comeback: He is one of the few country stars to fall off the charts and then return bigger than before, with Seminole Wind.
A late revival: In his 60s he was rediscovered by younger artists and fans.

In the news

Oct. 21, 2026: Anderson died at his home in Smithville, Tennessee. He was 71. A representative said he died in his sleep. No cause was given. His family said in a statement: “It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and best friend.” Services will be private. His death came three days after he attended the Country Music Hall of Fame’s 2026 induction ceremony. That ceremony honored Tim McGraw, the Stanley Brothers and Paul Overstreet.

Quotes

“When I first started writing ‘Seminole Wind,’ it didn’t strike me as being very commercial because of the environmental [theme].” — to the Los Angeles Times, 1996
“This is an institution that preserves greatness.” — on his election to the Country Music Hall of Fame, 2024 (via the Los Angeles Times)
“I am completely heartbroken by his passing. There will never be a stylist in music, any music, that was so defining as his. It’s just devastating.” — Tim McGraw, Oct. 2026 (via NBC News)
Anderson was a “one-of-a-kind song stylist who proved that fresh innovations were best born from time-honored traditions.” — Kyle Young, CEO of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Oct. 2026 (via NBC News)

Controversies / criticism

We found no major public controversies in our reporting. The main knock on his career was commercial. After his early-1980s peak, his records stopped selling, and he spent years moving between labels before Seminole Wind brought him back.

Net worth & money

His net worth has not been reported by any reliable source. Seminole Wind sold more than 2 million copies, and “Swingin’” was a gold single. Treat celebrity net-worth sites as unverified.

FAQ

Who was John Anderson?

He was a country singer and songwriter. He was best known for “Swingin’” and “Seminole Wind.” He is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame.

How did John Anderson die?

He died at his home in Smithville, Tennessee, on Oct. 21, 2026. A representative said he died in his sleep. No cause of death has been released.

How old was John Anderson?

He was 71. He was born Dec. 13, 1954.

What are John Anderson’s biggest songs?

“Swingin’,” “Seminole Wind,” “Straight Tequila Night,” “Wild and Blue,” “Black Sheep” and “Money in the Bank.”

Is John Anderson in the Country Music Hall of Fame?

Yes. He was elected in 2024, along with Toby Keith and James Burton.

Who was John Anderson married to?

His wife is Jamie. They had two daughters, Brionna and Alexa.

What is “Seminole Wind” about?

It is about the draining of Florida’s wetlands. “They made their plans and they drained the land / Now the glades are going dry,” he sang.

The Profile: The mastermind behind the Elizabeth Holmes documentary & the comedic genius who almost didn’t make it

Polina Pompliano — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:03:54 GMT

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Welcome to all of you who are new here after reading my review on the new Elizabeth Holmes ‘You Can See Everything’ documentary.

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The comedic genius who almost didn’t make it: Before Larry David created Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm, he was a spectacular failure. He sold defective bras, drove taxis, bombed as a stand-up comedian, and once tearfully told his mother he’d never amount to anything. But his greatest liability turned out to be his greatest asset — persistence. He repeatedly risked his career rather than bend to Hollywood executives. As one friend put it, Larry doesn’t have “fuck-you money” because he’s successful. He’s successful because he’s always acted like he had it.

Hollywood’s most innovative young director: At 30, filmmaker Lance Oppenheim is turning the documentary world upside down. His latest film, You Can See Everything, blurs the line between truth, performance, and manipulation. Oppenheim, who once dressed as Steven Spielberg for Halloween as a fourth grader, has built a career exploring how people construct their own realities. His unconventional approach has made him one of Hollywood’s most exciting young directors. (New York Magazine; reply to this email if you can’t get access to the story)

The mastermind behind the Elizabeth Holmes documentary: I was so excited to see Nathan Fielder on the cover of WIRED. And then the disappointment hit as soon as I started reading the interview. It’s clear the interviewer did not at all understand the point of the movie, and the entire Q&A is so superficial and basic that it doesn’t ask any meaningful questions. But I wanted to include this in here in case you guys wanted to see a tiny glimpse into Nathan Fielder’s thinking behind the film. (WIRED)

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Who Is Jacob Misiorowski?

Polina Pompliano — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 01:54:43 GMT

Last updated: October 24, 2026

Jacob Misiorowski is a 24-year-old starting pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers. Fans call him “the Miz.” He throws harder than any starting pitcher since tracking began in 2008, topping out at 105.5 mph. He led the majors in ERA and strikeouts in 2026. On Oct. 23 he won Game 1 of the World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays. It was Milwaukee’s first World Series game since 1982.

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Full name: Jacob Walter Misiorowski
Nickname: The Miz
Born: April 3, 2002, in Blue Springs, Missouri. Grew up in nearby Grain Valley.
Height: 6 feet 7 inches
Team: Milwaukee Brewers, No. 32
Position: Starting pitcher (bats and throws right)
College: Crowder College, a junior college in Neosho, Missouri
Drafted: 2022, second round, 63rd overall, by the Brewers
MLB debut: June 12, 2025
2026 season: 16–5, 1.80 ERA, 252 strikeouts in 174⅔ innings. MLB leader in ERA and strikeouts.
Honors: Two-time All-Star (2025, 2026)
Fastest pitch: 105.5 mph (June 26, 2026), the fastest ever by a starting pitcher

Who is Jacob Misiorowski?

Misiorowski grew up outside Kansas City as a Royals fan. He went to Grain Valley High School. COVID-19 canceled his senior season in 2020. The MLB draft that year was cut to five rounds, and he went undrafted.

He went to Crowder College, a junior college in southwest Missouri. A torn meniscus ended his first season after two games. In 2022 he went 10–0 with a 2.72 ERA and 136 strikeouts in 76 innings. He committed to LSU.

He never went to LSU. At the 2022 MLB Draft Combine, his fastball averaged 99.8 mph. The Brewers drafted him 63rd overall. They paid him a $2.35 million signing bonus, more than double the $1.1 million slot value for that pick.

He reached the majors in June 2025. In his debut he threw five no-hit innings and got the win. In his second start he threw six perfect innings. He was named an All-Star after only five big-league games, the fastest in history. Some players criticized the pick. He struggled after the break and finished his rookie year with a 4.36 ERA.

In 2026 he became the best pitcher in baseball. He started on Opening Day. He had a 0.23 ERA in May. In June he broke the record for the fastest pitch by a starter three times, ending at 105.5 mph. In September he became the first pitcher on record to throw 1,000 pitches of 100 mph or faster in a season. No team had ever done that.

His ERA of 1.80 broke the Brewers’ franchise record. The Brewers went 103–59, the best record in baseball. They beat the Padres in the division series and swept the two-time defending champion Dodgers to win their first National League pennant.

Career timeline

2002: Born April 3 in Blue Springs, Missouri.
2020: Senior high school season canceled by COVID-19. Not drafted.
2021: Season at Crowder College ends early with a torn meniscus.
2022: Goes 10–0 at Crowder. Brewers draft him 63rd overall and sign him for $2.35 million.
2024: Promoted to Triple-A Nashville.
June 12, 2025: MLB debut. Five no-hit innings and a win.
July 2025: Named an All-Star after five starts.
October 2025: Wins two games in relief in the playoffs against the Cubs.
March 26, 2026: Starts on Opening Day. Strikes out 11, a Brewers Opening Day record.
June 26, 2026: Throws a 105.5-mph pitch to the Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong.
July 2026: Named an All-Star for the second time.
Sept. 8, 2026: Becomes the first pitcher to throw 1,000 pitches of 100-plus mph in a season.
October 2026: Starts the first game of all three Brewers playoff series. Youngest pitcher ever to do so in one postseason.
Oct. 23, 2026: Wins Game 1 of the World Series, 3–2, over the Rays.

Notable deals & projects

Signing bonus: $2.35 million in 2022, well above the $1.1 million slot value for the 63rd pick.
Contract: He is still in his pre-arbitration years, so his pay is set by the team, not negotiated in arbitration. He has not signed a long-term extension. (See “Net worth & money.”)
Pokémon: He is a big Pokémon card collector. At the 2026 All-Star Game he used a custom glove with a sleeve in the webbing that holds a Pokémon card.
Poland: He is of Polish descent and has said he is interested in pitching for Poland in the World Baseball Classic.

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What he’s known for

Velocity: He has thrown the fastest pitches by a starter in the tracking era. In Game 1 of the World Series, 37 of his 78 pitches were 100 mph or faster.
Extension: At 6-foot-7, he releases the ball closer to home plate than any other pitcher, according to CBS Sports. That makes his fastball look even faster.
Strikeouts: He struck out 252 batters in 2026, the most in the majors.
Pitch counts: His main weakness has been efficiency. High pitch counts kept him from finishing five innings in his first two starts of the 2026 playoffs.

In the news

Oct. 23, 2026: Misiorowski started Game 1 of the World Series at American Family Field. His first pitch, a 103.5-mph fastball to Yandy Díaz, was the fastest pitch ever thrown by a starter in a World Series game. He allowed one run on four hits in five innings and got the win in a 3–2 Brewers victory. It was the first World Series game ever played at American Family Field. Game 3 is Monday, Oct. 26, at Tropicana Field. If the series goes seven games, Game 7 would be Oct. 31.

Quotes

“I think I slipped a little bit on that pitch. I think I’ve got a little more.” — after his 105.5-mph pitch, June 2026 (via MLB.com/CBS Sports)
“It was amazing. Just to have this city behind me means the world. We couldn’t ask for anything better.” — after World Series Game 1, Oct. 23, 2026 (via UPI)

Controversies / criticism

2025 All-Star pick: He was added to the 2025 All-Star team after just five starts. The Philadelphia Phillies publicly criticized MLB for the choice.
October efficiency: Analysts have questioned whether he can pitch deep into playoff games. He did not finish five innings in either of his first two 2026 playoff starts.
Workload: Throwing that hard raises injury questions. He left a May 2026 start with a hamstring cramp while working on a no-hitter.

Net worth & money

His one known big payday is the $2.35 million signing bonus he got in 2022. He is not yet eligible for salary arbitration, so his salary is close to the league minimum. If he keeps pitching like this, he will be one of the most valuable players in the sport when he reaches arbitration and free agency. Treat celebrity net-worth sites as unverified.

FAQ

Who is Jacob Misiorowski?

He is a starting pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers. He is the hardest-throwing starter in baseball history.

How old is Jacob Misiorowski?

He is 24. He was born April 3, 2002.

How do you pronounce Misiorowski?

It’s pronounced “miz-uh-ROW-skee.”

Why is he called “the Miz”?

It’s short for his last name.

How fast does Jacob Misiorowski throw?

His fastest pitch was 105.5 mph in June 2026. His fastball averaged about 101 mph in Game 1 of the World Series.

Where did Jacob Misiorowski go to college?

Crowder College, a junior college in Missouri. He committed to LSU but signed with the Brewers instead.

Is Jacob Misiorowski engaged?

Yes. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported in January 2026 that he is engaged to his fiancée, Elle.

Who Is Daniela Amodei?

Polina Pompliano — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 01:54:11 GMT

Last updated: October 24, 2026

Daniela Amodei is the co-founder and president of Anthropic, the AI company behind Claude. Her brother, Dario, is the CEO and sets the vision. She runs the business. That includes daily operations, the commercial side and the executive team. Anthropic has confidentially filed to go public and is expected to make its filing public soon. She is one of the most powerful people in AI, and one of the least known.

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Full name: Daniela Amodei
Born: 1987, San Francisco, California
Role: Co-founder and president, Anthropic
Education: BA in English literature, University of California, Santa Cruz (2009)
Family: Younger sister of Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei. Married to Holden Karnofsky, co-founder of Open Philanthropy.
Previous jobs: Stripe (2013–2018), OpenAI (2018–2020)
Honors: TIME100 AI (2023), TIME100 (2026, with Dario), Fortune Most Powerful Women (No. 22, 2026)
Estimated net worth: Forbes estimates about $15.5 billion. Bloomberg estimates about $8 billion. (Unverified; see below.)

Who is Daniela Amodei?

Daniela Amodei grew up in San Francisco. Her father, Riccardo Amodei, was a leather craftsman from Tuscany, Italy. Her mother, Elena Engel, was born in Chicago and worked as a project manager for libraries. Her father died when she was a young adult.

She went to Lowell High School and played classical flute. She studied English literature at UC Santa Cruz. She did not study computer science. She has joked about it: “What is this lady actually good at? She doesn’t have a law degree. She’s not a computer scientist.”

After college she worked in global health and international development. Then she worked on a congressional campaign in Pennsylvania and in the office of Rep. Matt Cartwright.

In 2013 she joined Stripe, the payments startup, when it had about 40 employees. She started in recruiting and later worked on risk. She stayed for almost six years.

In 2018 she joined OpenAI. She managed teams during the development of GPT-2 and became vice president of safety and policy. Dario was there too, running research.

At the end of 2020, the siblings left OpenAI with a small group of colleagues. In 2021 they started Anthropic. The co-founders included Jared Kaplan, Chris Olah, Tom Brown, Sam McCandlish and Jack Clark. Anthropic is set up as a public benefit corporation. It says it puts safety at the center of how it builds AI.

The split of roles has stayed the same. Dario handles vision, research and policy. Daniela runs the company. She says the two of them meet in the middle most of the time when they disagree.

Career timeline

2009: Graduates from UC Santa Cruz with a degree in English literature.
Early 2010s: Works in global health and development, then in politics, including for Rep. Matt Cartwright (D-Pa.).
2013: Joins Stripe as an early employee. Works in recruiting, then risk.
2018: Leaves Stripe and joins OpenAI.
2018–2020: Manages teams at OpenAI and becomes VP of safety and policy.
Dec. 2020: Leaves OpenAI.
2021: Co-founds Anthropic with Dario and five others. Becomes president.
2023: Anthropic launches Claude. Daniela and Dario are named to the TIME100 AI list.
Dec. 2025: Appears on the cover of Fortune with Dario.
Feb. 2026: Anthropic raises money at a $380 billion valuation.
May 2026: Anthropic raises $65 billion at a $965 billion valuation.
2026: Named to the TIME100 and Fortune’s Most Powerful Women list.
Oct. 2026: Confirms on Bloomberg TV that Anthropic has confidentially filed to go public.

Notable deals & projects

Anthropic’s growth: Anthropic reported about $16.8 billion in revenue in the third quarter of 2026, according to IFR. The Wall Street Journal reported first-half revenue of $16.3 billion and a net loss of $80.7 billion.
The IPO: Anthropic has confidentially filed for an IPO. IFR reported it could make the filing public around Oct. 26 and list in mid-November. Reports say it could raise up to $100 billion at a valuation of up to $2 trillion. (Timing and size unconfirmed by the company.)
Founder control: The Information, via TechCrunch, reported in September that the seven co-founders asked for super-voting shares. Together they would hold 50.1% of the vote as long as at least three of them keep a minimum stake. Anthropic’s Long-Term Benefit Trust would still pick most of the board.
Giving pledge: The co-founders announced in January that they plan to give away 80% of their wealth, according to TechCrunch.
Government work: On Bloomberg TV in October, she said Anthropic was the first AI company on a top-secret government cloud.
Claude Code: Fortune reported Claude Code passed a $2.5 billion annual revenue run rate in February 2026.

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What she’s known for

Running the business: She oversees operations, sales and the executive team at one of the fastest-growing companies in history.
Caution about growth: She has said she is the leader most worried about how fast Anthropic is growing. She prefers to buy too little computing power rather than too much.
A non-technical path to AI: She has an English degree and came up through recruiting, risk and policy.
Hiring advice: She tells founders to go on vacation with a possible co-founder before starting a company.

In the news

Oct. 24, 2026: Anthropic is expected to make its IPO filing public as soon as this coming week. The filing would give the first official look at the company’s finances and the co-founders’ stakes. On Bloomberg TV on Oct. 15, Daniela confirmed the confidential filing but would not discuss timing. She said frontier AI companies need public markets.

Quotes

“I have probably been the leader who’s been the most skeptical and scared of the rate at which we’re growing.” — Fortune, December 2025
“We were running towards something versus running away from something.” — on leaving OpenAI, Stanford GSB, 2026
“If you’re like, ‘Really going to need a vacation to recover from my vacation,’ it might be the wrong choice.” — on picking co-founders, Stanford GSB, 2026
“This is ultimately a bet... we could absolutely be wrong.” — on AI spending, Stanford GSB, 2026

Controversies / criticism

Leaving OpenAI: The Amodeis left OpenAI over disagreements about direction and safety. Anthropic is now one of OpenAI’s main rivals.
Founder control: The reported super-voting plan would give the co-founders majority voting power after the IPO. Governance experts often criticize dual-class shares.
Spending and losses: Anthropic has lost tens of billions of dollars while it builds data centers. Critics question whether AI spending is a bubble.
Pentagon dispute: Anthropic has clashed with the Pentagon over limits on how Claude can be used. Our Dario Amodei page has more.
Jobs: AI critics warn Claude and similar tools will replace workers. Daniela has said job losses so far are “a tiny fraction,” mostly in customer support.

Net worth & money

Forbes estimates Daniela Amodei is worth about $15.5 billion. It bases that on a stake of just over 1.6% of Anthropic at its $965 billion valuation. Bloomberg’s estimate is about $8 billion, based on a stake near 1%. Other reports say each co-founder owns about 2%. The IPO filing should show the real number. Treat celebrity net-worth sites as unverified.

FAQ

Who is Daniela Amodei?

She is the co-founder and president of Anthropic, the company that makes the Claude AI models.

Is Daniela Amodei related to Dario Amodei?

Yes. She is Dario’s younger sister. He is Anthropic’s CEO.

Who is Daniela Amodei’s husband?

She is married to Holden Karnofsky, co-founder of Open Philanthropy, the charity now called Coefficient Giving.

What did Daniela Amodei do before Anthropic?

She worked at Stripe for almost six years, then at OpenAI, where she became VP of safety and policy.

How old is Daniela Amodei?

She was born in 1987, so she is 38 or 39.

What is Daniela Amodei’s net worth?

Estimates range from about $8 billion (Bloomberg) to $15.5 billion (Forbes). Both are estimates.

When is the Anthropic IPO?

Anthropic has filed confidentially. Reports say it could list in mid-November 2026. The company has not confirmed a date.

Who Is Angel Reese?

Polina Pompliano — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 20:40:35 GMT

Last updated: October 24, 2026

Angel Reese is a 24-year-old forward for the Atlanta Dream. She is the WNBA’s 2026 Defensive Player of the Year, was named to the All-WNBA Second Team on Saturday, and is leading Atlanta in its first-ever WNBA Finals against the Golden State Valkyries. Known as the “Bayou Barbie” since winning a national title at LSU, she is one of the most marketable athletes in women’s sports. Forbes estimates she earned $9.4 million in 2025, almost all of it off the court, while her WNBA salary this season is about $350,000. This year’s awards make her eligible for a much bigger contract.

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Full name: Angel Reese
Born: May 6, 2002 (age 24) in Randallstown, Maryland
From: Baltimore area; Saint Frances Academy
Role: Forward, Atlanta Dream (WNBA); Rose BC (Unrivaled)
Known for: 2023 NCAA title and Final Four Most Outstanding Player at LSU; WNBA rebounding records; the “Bayou Barbie” brand
2026 season: 16.4 points, a league-leading 12.1 rebounds, a record 32 double-doubles; Defensive Player of the Year; All-WNBA Second Team
Family (public): Mother Angel Webb Reese played at UMBC and professionally in Luxembourg; brother Julian Reese plays in the NBA
Contract: 2026 salary $350,692; Atlanta holds a 2027 option; now eligible for a max extension

Who is Angel Reese?

Angel Reese grew up outside Baltimore. She learned the game from her mother, a former college star, and played against her younger brother in the family driveway. She was a McDonald’s All-American at Saint Frances Academy and became the highest-ranked recruit in the University of Maryland’s history. After two seasons there, she transferred to LSU in 2022 to play for Kim Mulkey.

At LSU she became a national celebrity almost overnight. In 2023 she set an NCAA record with 34 double-doubles and led LSU to its first national championship, beating Caitlin Clark’s Iowa in the final. She was named the Final Four’s Most Outstanding Player. In the final minutes of that game she flashed John Cena’s “you can’t see me” taunt at Clark, which started a culture-war debate and kicked off the Clark–Reese rivalry that has helped drive record ratings for women’s basketball ever since. Her Instagram following passed 1 million during that tournament.

The Chicago Sky drafted her seventh overall in 2024. As a rookie she broke the WNBA single-season rebounding record and made the All-Star team. Her second season brought another All-Star selection and a league rebounding title, but it ended badly. She publicly criticized the team, the Sky suspended her for part of a game, and Chicago missed the playoffs again.

In April 2026, Atlanta traded two first-round picks for her. It was the best season of her career. She became the fastest player to 1,000 career rebounds, set the single-game record with 26 rebounds, set single-season records for total rebounds (521), offensive rebounds (206) and double-doubles (32), and won Defensive Player of the Year. She also won gold with Team USA at the 2026 FIBA World Cup.

Career timeline

2020 — McDonald’s All-American at Saint Frances Academy; enrolls at Maryland as its top-ranked recruit ever
2022 — Transfers to LSU
April 2023 — Wins the NCAA title with LSU and is named Final Four Most Outstanding Player; sets the NCAA single-season record with 34 double-doubles
October 2023 — Signs with Reebok, Shaquille O’Neal’s first signing as its president of basketball
April 2024 — Drafted seventh overall by the Chicago Sky
September 2024 — Breaks the WNBA single-season rebounding record as a rookie
2025 — Second All-Star selection; leads the league in rebounding; launches her first signature shoe, the Reebok Angel Reese 1
April 6, 2026 — Traded to the Atlanta Dream for 2027 and 2028 first-round picks
August 2026 — Sets WNBA records for rebounds in a game (26) and in a season, and for double-doubles in a season
October 2026 — Named Defensive Player of the Year and All-WNBA Second Team; leads the Dream to their first WNBA Finals win

Notable deals & projects

Reebok: Reese signed with Reebok in 2023 after being recruited by Shaquille O’Neal. Her first signature shoe, the Angel Reese 1, launched worldwide in September 2025 at $120.
Food brands: She has a sponsorship with Hershey’s Reese’s that includes an apparel line, and in February 2025 McDonald’s launched the “Angel Reese Special.” She was the first female athlete to have a McDonald’s meal named after her.
Other deals: Her sponsors have included Amazon, Bose, Coach, Discord, Outback Steakhouse, Sonic, TurboTax, Wingstop and Xfinity.
Media and ownership: She hosts the podcast Unapologetically Angel on the Playmaker network. She is a part-owner of the USL Super League soccer team DC Power FC and, since 2025, of Togethxr, the women’s sports media company founded by Sue Bird, Alex Morgan, Chloe Kim and Simone Manuel.
The next contract: Under the WNBA’s new collective bargaining agreement, a player still on her rookie deal who makes an All-WNBA team or wins a major award can negotiate a maximum-salary extension early. The rule is called EPIC, short for “Exceptional Performance on Initial Contract.” Reese has done both this year. That puts her in line for a contract worth up to $1.4 million a year, about four times what she makes now. Some headlines have called it a “supermax.”

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What she’s known for

Rebounding at a historic rate, with records in college and the pros
The Clark–Reese rivalry, which helped turn women’s basketball into a TV ratings draw
The “Bayou Barbie” image of lashes, long nails and fashion, paired with a physical, combative style of play
One of the biggest social media followings in the WNBA, which she has turned into one of the sport’s biggest endorsement portfolios

In the news

Oct. 24–26, 2026: Reese was named to the All-WNBA Second Team on Saturday, her first All-WNBA selection, just before the Dream hosted the Valkyries in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals. Atlanta came into the game leading the series 2–1. Reese has had a double-double in every game of the Finals so far, including 30 points and 16 rebounds in Game 2, Atlanta’s first-ever Finals win, and 21 points and 12 rebounds in a 97–71 Game 3 rout. Game 5 is Monday, October 26, at Chase Center in San Francisco. The Finals are also drawing big audiences: Game 1 averaged 2.1 million viewers on NBC, a record for a Finals opener. Atlanta has announced it will move all of its home games to the 17,000-seat State Farm Arena starting in 2027.

Quotes

“I put the work in for this moment and I’m just happy I could lead the team to a win.” — Angel Reese after Game 3 of the WNBA Finals (October 2026)
“Y’all not taking this from us.” — Reese to the Atlanta crowd after Game 3 (October 2026)

Controversies / criticism

The 2023 taunt: Her “you can’t see me” gesture toward Caitlin Clark at the end of the 2023 title game drew criticism, along with a defense that she was being held to a different standard than male players and white athletes. She also clashed with Jill Biden over the then first lady’s suggestion that runner-up Iowa be invited to the White House.
Chicago exit: In 2025, after she criticized the Sky’s performance in a Chicago Tribune interview, the team suspended her for half a game for “statements detrimental to the team.” She also picked up an automatic suspension for technical fouls. The Sky traded her the following April.
Rookie fine: In 2024 she was fined $1,000 for skipping postgame media availability after a game against Clark’s Indiana Fever.

Net worth & money

There is no reliably audited public net-worth figure. Forbes estimated her 2025 earnings at $9.4 million, about $9 million of it from endorsements and other off-court work. Her 2026 WNBA salary is $350,692 under the new CBA’s rookie scale, and she is now eligible for a maximum extension worth up to $1.4 million a year. She has publicly disputed a widely circulated $2 million net-worth estimate as “way off.” Treat celebrity net-worth sites as unverified.

FAQ

Who is Angel Reese?

Angel Reese is a WNBA forward for the Atlanta Dream and the league’s 2026 Defensive Player of the Year. Before turning pro, she won the 2023 NCAA championship with LSU.

How old is Angel Reese?

She was born on May 6, 2002, so she is 24.

What team does Angel Reese play for?

The Atlanta Dream. The Chicago Sky traded her there in April 2026 for two first-round draft picks.

Is Angel Reese eligible for a supermax?

She is eligible for a maximum-salary extension under the new CBA’s EPIC rule because she made All-WNBA and won Defensive Player of the Year while on her rookie contract. That could pay her up to $1.4 million a year. Some headlines call it a “supermax.”

Why is Angel Reese called the “Bayou Barbie”?

The nickname came from a fan after she transferred to LSU in Baton Rouge. It refers to the school’s Louisiana bayou location and to her on-court look of eyelash extensions and long nails.

Who is Angel Reese’s brother?

Julian Reese, who played college basketball at Maryland and now plays in the NBA.

Who Is Dario Amodei?

Polina Pompliano — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 20:35:29 GMT

Last updated: October 24, 2026

Dario Amodei is the co-founder and CEO of Anthropic, the AI company behind the Claude chatbot, which is preparing one of the largest IPOs ever. Its public filing is expected as soon as Monday, October 26. A Princeton-trained biophysicist and former OpenAI research chief, he started Anthropic with his sister Daniela in 2021 as a “safety-first” alternative to OpenAI. Five years later it was valued at $965 billion in its latest private round, and it’s reportedly seeking a valuation of up to $2 trillion on the public markets.

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Full name: Dario Amodei
Born: 1983 in San Francisco, California
Education: B.S. in physics, Stanford; Ph.D. in biophysics, Princeton (Hertz Fellow)
Role: Co-founder and CEO, Anthropic
Known for: Leaving OpenAI to found Anthropic; building Claude and Claude Code; warning loudly about AI’s risks while racing to build it
Company value: $965 billion post-money after a $65 billion Series H (May 2026)
Family (public): Sister Daniela Amodei is Anthropic’s president; married to Camilla Clark (2022)
Net worth: Forbes estimates about $15.5 billion (not audited)

Who is Dario Amodei?

Dario Amodei grew up in San Francisco. His father, Riccardo, was an Italian-born leather craftsman, and his mother, Elena Engel, managed library projects. He went to Lowell High School, made the U.S. Physics Olympiad team in 2000, and started college at Caltech before finishing a physics degree at Stanford. His father died of a rare illness when Dario was in his early 20s. A few years later, a new treatment turned that illness from mostly fatal into mostly curable. Amodei has said the loss pushed him from physics toward biology, and later toward AI as a way to speed up science.

He earned his Ph.D. in biophysics at Princeton in 2011, studying the electrical activity of neural circuits, then did a postdoc at Stanford’s medical school. In 2014 he moved into AI, first at Baidu’s Silicon Valley lab and then at Google Brain. He joined OpenAI in 2016 and rose to vice president of research. There he helped lead work on GPT-2 and GPT-3 and on reinforcement learning from human feedback, the technique that made chatbots usable.

At the end of 2020, he left OpenAI over disagreements about safety and direction. In 2021, he co-founded Anthropic with Daniela and five other former OpenAI colleagues, including Jared Kaplan and Chris Olah. Anthropic’s pitch was that the people most worried about powerful AI should be the ones building it. The company released its Claude models starting in 2023, and in the past two years Claude Code turned it into the leading supplier of AI to businesses and software developers.

Amodei is unusual among tech CEOs because he talks openly about the worst-case scenarios. He has put the odds of a catastrophic outcome from AI at 10 to 25 percent. He has also warned that AI could wipe out half of entry-level white-collar jobs within one to five years. And in September 2026 he called on the industry, his own company included, to deliberately slow down how fast it improves its models.

Career timeline

2000 — Member of the U.S. Physics Olympiad team as a San Francisco high-school student
2011 — Ph.D. in biophysics, Princeton
2014–2015 — Research scientist at Baidu’s AI lab
2015–2016 — Google Brain
2016–2020 — OpenAI, rising to VP of research; helps lead GPT-2, GPT-3 and RLHF
2021 — Co-founds Anthropic with Daniela Amodei and five other ex-OpenAI researchers
November 2023 — Approached by OpenAI’s board about replacing Sam Altman and merging the two companies; declines
October 2024 — Publishes “Machines of Loving Grace,” his optimistic essay on what AI could do
January 2026 — Publishes “The Adolescence of Technology,” his essay on AI’s risks
February–March 2026 — Refuses Pentagon demands to drop Claude’s limits on mass surveillance and autonomous weapons; wins a preliminary injunction
May 2026 — Anthropic raises $65 billion at a $965 billion valuation
September 2026 — Publishes “We Must Pace the Frontier,” calling for a deliberate AI slowdown
Fall 2026 — Prepares Anthropic’s IPO; a public S-1 is expected as soon as Oct. 26

Notable deals & projects

Claude and Claude Code: Anthropic’s models, its coding agent Claude Code and the workplace agent Cowork are the core of its business. Run-rate revenue topped $47 billion in May 2026, according to the company.
The Series H: In May 2026, Anthropic raised $65 billion at a $965 billion post-money valuation in a round led by Altimeter, Dragoneer, Greenoaks and Sequoia. The round included $15 billion of commitments from cloud giants, $5 billion of it from Amazon.
Compute deals: Anthropic has lined up gigawatts of computing power from Amazon and from Google and Broadcom, and has also contracted capacity from SpaceX’s Colossus data centers. According to the Wall Street Journal’s reporting on its draft filing, its potential future compute spending runs to roughly $750 billion.
The IPO: According to IFR and Reuters, Anthropic is targeting a mid-November listing, with a roadshow the week of November 9. It could raise up to $100 billion at a valuation of up to $2 trillion, which would make it the largest IPO on record.
The charity pledge: Anthropic’s co-founders have pledged to give away 80 percent of their shares.

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What he’s known for

Founding the AI lab that markets itself on safety, then turning it into one of the fastest-growing companies ever
Long, widely read essays, including “Machines of Loving Grace” and “The Adolescence of Technology”
Saying no to the Pentagon, and winning in court, over how Claude can be used
Being, along with his sister Daniela, one of the few sibling pairs running a major tech company; both made the TIME100 list in 2026

In the news

Oct. 24–26, 2026: Anthropic is expected to make its IPO filing public as soon as Monday, October 26, ahead of a roadshow starting the week of November 9 (IFR). As of Saturday, there was no public S-1 on the SEC’s EDGAR database. Reports on the confidential draft give a first look at the numbers. The Wall Street Journal reported $16.3 billion in revenue and an $80.7 billion net loss for the first half of 2026. IFR reported third-quarter revenue of $16.8 billion, up 45% from the second quarter. Not everyone wants the IPO to go ahead quickly. On October 14, New York City Comptroller Mark Levine wrote to Amodei urging Anthropic to pause it until it addresses safety and governance questions. Bloomberg Law reported that Anthropic has since opened talks with his office.

Quotes

“I think that most people are underestimating just how radical the upside of AI could be, just as I think most people are underestimating how bad the risks could be.” — Dario Amodei, “Machines of Loving Grace” (October 2024)
“We must slow the pace at which we improve the capabilities of AI models. Progress will still seem fast, and we must make wise use of the time we gain.” — Amodei, “We Must Pace the Frontier” (September 2026)
“I agree with Dario that we need to pace the frontier.” — OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, responding (September 2026)

Controversies / criticism

The Pentagon fight: In February 2026, Anthropic refused Defense Department demands to remove Claude’s bans on mass domestic surveillance and fully autonomous weapons. In response, the department labeled Anthropic a “supply-chain risk” and federal agencies were told to stop using Claude. A federal judge called the move “classic First Amendment retaliation” and blocked it, and later struck down the broad measures. But an appeals court upheld the Pentagon’s narrower power to keep Claude out of defense work.
“Safety” vs. speed: Critics, including Profile coverage, point out that the company most worried about AI is also among those racing fastest to build it, and say its safety commitments have softened under competitive pressure.
The losses: The draft-filing figures reported by the Wall Street Journal show enormous losses and compute commitments. That is a central question for IPO investors.

Net worth & money

There is no reliably audited public net-worth figure. Forbes estimates Amodei’s net worth at about $15.5 billion, based on a stake of roughly 1.6% in Anthropic; Bloomberg’s estimate has been lower. He was paid about $18 million in 2025, mostly in stock, and his base salary was doubled to $1.4 million in July 2026. Those figures could change sharply once Anthropic’s shares start trading. Treat celebrity net-worth sites as unverified.

FAQ

Who is Dario Amodei?

Dario Amodei is the co-founder and CEO of Anthropic, the company that makes the Claude AI models. He was previously vice president of research at OpenAI.

How old is Dario Amodei?

He was born in 1983, so he is in his early 40s.

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Who Is Kimi Antonelli?

Polina Pompliano — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 02:54:08 GMT

Last updated: October 23, 2026

Kimi Antonelli is a 20-year-old Italian Formula 1 driver for Mercedes who leads the 2026 World Drivers’ Championship and could become the youngest world champion in F1 history at the United States Grand Prix in Austin on Sunday, October 25. Picked by Mercedes as a 12-year-old karting prodigy and chosen to replace Lewis Hamilton in 2025, he has won eight Grands Prix this season and sits 102 points clear of teammate George Russell with six races left.

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Quick facts

Full name: Andrea Kimi Antonelli
Born: August 25, 2006 (age 20) in Bologna, Italy
From: Bologna; family racing business based in San Marino
Role: Formula 1 driver, Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team (car No. 12)
Known for: Taking Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes seat at 18; F1’s youngest-ever pole sitter and championship leader; five straight wins to start his winning career
2026 season: 8 wins, championship leader by 102 points heading into Austin
Family (public): Son of Marco Antonelli, a former touring/sports-car driver and team owner, and Veronica Pomaro; one younger sister
Contract: Retained by Mercedes for 2027

Who is Kimi Antonelli?

Andrea Kimi Antonelli grew up around a paddock. His father, Marco, raced touring cars and in the early 1990s founded Antonelli Motorsport in San Marino to help other drivers get into the sport. Marco has said he didn’t want his son to race at first. “Motorsport is a beautiful sport, but at times it can be very cruel,” Antonelli told GQ. He drove a go-kart for the first time at age five anyway, and was soon winning.

He became one of the most decorated junior drivers of his generation: back-to-back European karting titles in 2020 and 2021, Italian and German Formula 4 championships in 2022, and both the Formula Regional European and Middle East titles in 2023. Mercedes signed him to its junior program as a 12-year-old, publicly announced in 2019. A former Ferrari team principal has said Ferrari noticed him at 10 or 11 but couldn’t back a driver that young.

When Lewis Hamilton announced he was leaving Mercedes for Ferrari, team boss Toto Wolff made a bold call. Antonelli skipped Formula 3 entirely, spent one season in Formula 2 in 2024 (two wins, sixth overall), and was announced in August 2024 as Hamilton’s replacement. He made his F1 debut at the 2025 Australian Grand Prix at 18, the third-youngest starter in the sport’s history, and finished fourth in the rain.

His rookie year was uneven, with a first podium in Canada, a mid-season slump, and strong late results in Brazil and Las Vegas. He finished seventh with 150 points, the most ever scored by a driver in a first F1 season. Then F1 introduced new car and engine rules for 2026, Mercedes built the fastest car, and Antonelli outran Russell, the preseason favorite. He took his first win in China in March and won the next four races (Japan, Miami, Canada, Monaco), making him the first driver in history whose first five career wins came consecutively.

Career timeline

2019 — Mercedes announces him as a junior driver, at age 12
2020–2021 — Back-to-back senior European karting champion
2022 — Wins Italian F4 and ADAC (German) F4 titles; gold for Italy at the FIA Motorsport Games
2023 — Wins Formula Regional European and Middle East championships
2024 — Skips F3; races F2 with Prema (2 wins, 6th); named Hamilton’s Mercedes replacement (Aug. 31)
March 2025 — F1 debut in Australia at 18; finishes 4th
2025 — Finishes 7th with 150 points, a record for a debut season
March 2026 — First win and youngest pole in F1 history, Chinese Grand Prix
March–June 2026 — Five straight wins: China, Japan, Miami, Canada, Monaco
September 2026 — Wins the Italian Grand Prix at Monza from 19th on the grid
Oct. 25, 2026 — Can clinch the world title at the United States Grand Prix in Austin

Notable deals & projects

Mercedes’ succession bet: Replacing a seven-time champion with an 18-year-old who had skipped a junior series was one of the riskiest driver calls in recent F1 history. Toto Wolff, the only team principal with a significant ownership stake in his team, backed him through a rough rookie run. In 2026, it paid off.
Salary: Forbes estimated his 2025 on-track earnings at $12.5 million. Italy’s Gazzetta dello Sport reported his 2026 Mercedes base salary at about €3 million, a fraction of what top rivals earn, because Mercedes extended his existing deal rather than signing a new one. If he wins the title, a big raise is widely expected.
Netflix and WhatsApp: He’s the subject of The Seat (2025), a Netflix documentary presented by WhatsApp and Mercedes that follows his promotion to F1, told partly through the team’s private messages.
Family company: In 2023 he co-founded the karting team AKM Motorsport with his father, where he works as a driver coach and chassis tester.
Brand power in Italy: Italy hasn’t had a Formula 1 world champion since Alberto Ascari in 1953. His father told GQ that photos of Kimi now hang between Ferrari’s drivers in bars in Maranello, Ferrari’s hometown. “A lot of people who, before, were for Ferrari, are now for Kimi.”

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What he’s known for

Breaking youth records: youngest pole sitter, youngest championship leader, and youngest grand chelem (pole, win, fastest lap and every lap led) in F1 history
Taking Lewis Hamilton’s seat at Mercedes at 18
A naturally aggressive, instinctive driving style that he and his coaches trace back to karting
An unusually low-key life off the track. After winning Monaco, he went to the gala dinner, then went back to his hotel to sleep, without drinking.

In the news

Oct. 23–25, 2026: Antonelli arrives at the United States Grand Prix in Austin leading the championship by 102 points. To clinch the title on Sunday, he must win the race while Russell finishes ninth or lower and Lewis Hamilton finishes fifth or lower. He told reporters it “would be a dream” but would take a “perfect weekend.” Even if he falls short in Austin, he remains the heavy favorite. At 20, he would break Sebastian Vettel’s 2010 record as F1’s youngest champion. In Friday’s second practice he was second fastest, 0.042 seconds behind Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc.

Quotes

“It definitely is crazy if you think about it. But that’s why I won’t think about it.” — Kimi Antonelli, on becoming the youngest champion, in Austin (October 2026)
“Hunting, at times, feels very nice and exciting. But if you’re always chasing, it can be more stressful, especially if the chase is tough.” — Antonelli to GQ (August 2026)
“He goes into race mode, and he goes into a zone. Sometimes you talk to him on the radio, and he doesn’t even hear you.” — Toto Wolff to GQ

Controversies / criticism

Teammate tension: His wheel-to-wheel fight with Russell in the 2026 Canadian sprint, followed by angry team-radio messages, earned a public rebuke from Wolff (”We talk about this internally and not on the radio”) and a team talk on racing without colliding.
Online abuse: In late 2025 he received death threats on social media after Red Bull figures wrongly suggested he had let Lando Norris pass in Qatar. Red Bull later apologized.

Net worth & money

There is no reliably audited public net-worth figure. Forbes estimated his 2025 earnings at $12.5 million. Reported 2026 base pay of about €3 million, plus bonuses, makes him one of the lowest-paid drivers at the front of the grid. Treat celebrity net-worth sites as unverified.

FAQ

Who is Kimi Antonelli?

Kimi Antonelli is a 20-year-old Italian Formula 1 driver for Mercedes. He replaced Lewis Hamilton in 2025 and leads the 2026 championship.

How old is Kimi Antonelli?

He was born on August 25, 2006, so he is 20.

Can Kimi Antonelli win the championship in Austin?

Yes, but it’s a long shot this weekend. He has to win the United States Grand Prix on October 25, with George Russell ninth or lower and Lewis Hamilton fifth or lower. If he falls short, the fight moves on to the remaining races, where he still leads by 102 points. Whenever he clinches, he would become F1’s youngest-ever champion, breaking the record Sebastian Vettel set in 2010 at 23.

Is Kimi Antonelli named after Kimi Räikkönen?

No. Antonelli has said the name was suggested to his father by Italian racing driver Enrico Bertaggia, because his father wanted a foreign name to follow “Andrea.” It is not a tribute to the 2007 champion.

How many races has Kimi Antonelli won?

Eight Formula 1 Grands Prix, all in 2026: China, Japan, Miami, Canada, Monaco, Belgium, Italy and Spain.

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