Joe Lewis, a well-known figure in North London football club Tottenham Hotspur, has recently stepped down from his role in the club as of October 5, 2022.
Who is Joe Lewis?
Joe Lewis is a British businessman, investor, and art collector, born on February 5, 1937. He left school at the age of 15 to assist with his father’s catering business in London. Later on, he moved into currency trading after selling the family business in 1979.
In 1992, Lewis made a significant financial gain by betting on the Black Wednesday event, predicting the pound’s exit from the European Exchange Rate Mechanism. With his wealth accumulated from various ventures, including catering and currency trading, he acquired ownership of Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur in 2001.
However, in October 2022, Joe Lewis ceased to be a “person of significant control” at Tottenham Hotspur, marking the end of his ownership of the club.
Joe Lewis’ net worth and investments
According to Forbes, Joe Lewis has a net worth of approximately £6.1 billion. He is the main investor in Tavistock Group, which has holdings in over 200 companies across 15 countries. In addition to Tavistock Group, Lewis has investments in luxury club resorts, restaurants, and hotels.
Family and personal life
Joe Lewis is married to his second wife, Jane Lewis, as of April 2024. He has two children from his first marriage to Esther Browne, with his daughter Vivienne being viewed as his successor and serving on Tavistock’s board of directors.
Jane Lewis was previously married to Toby Silverton, the former chairman of Bristol Cars, which was previously owned by Tavistock. Joe Lewis’ son, Charles Lewis, is reportedly residing in Argentina.
Joe Lewis has also gained recognition for his art collection, which includes pieces by renowned artists such as Picasso, Matisse, Freud, and Bacon.
