About Rockefeller family
- The Rockefeller fortune began with oil tycoon John D. Rockefeller, America's first billionaire, who founded Standard Oil in 1870.
- He and his son John Jr. dedicated themselves to philanthropy, giving away more than $1 billion and establishing the University of Chicago.
- Some of the family's money is managed by Rockefeller Capital Management, which is owned by hedge fund Viking Capital Management, Canada's Desmarais family and a Rockefeller family trust.
- John's grandson David was the oldest living billionaire at age 101 before his death in 2017; his will designated most of his wealth for charity.
- Today, the Rockefeller fortune is spread out among more than 200 family members.
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- 1858
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- oil
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- New York, New York
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