Quick Info
| Profession | Businessman, sports team owner, philanthropist |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 05/06/1941 |
| Age | 85 years |
| Birthplace | Brookline, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Latest News about Robert Kraft
Robert Kraft became part of a public dispute after confirming he pressured Ed Sheeran to remove Macklemore from the U.S. tour lineup tied to Gillette Stadium. The controversy centered on Kraft’s claim that Macklemore’s performance included antisemitic rhetoric, while critics framed the dispute as a free-speech and politics issue.
Brandeis University announced a $10 million gift from Robert Kraft to establish a center for Jewish life and leadership. The donation was positioned as a major expansion of his philanthropy supporting Jewish education and community leadership.
Reports said Robert Kraft was not selected for the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class despite his long tenure as Patriots owner. Kraft publicly downplayed the snub, saying his focus remained on the team’s on-field success.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Robert Kenneth Kraft |
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| Known For | Chairman and CEO of The Kraft Group; owner of the New England Patriots |
| Summary | Robert Kraft is an American businessman and sports owner best known for owning the New England Patriots and leading The Kraft Group. |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Columbia University; Harvard Business School |
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| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree; MBA |
Personal Life
| Religion | Jewish |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Dana Blumberg |
| Former Spouse | Myra Hiatt Kraft |
Family
| Father | Harry Kraft |
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| Mother | Sarah Kraft |
| Children | Jonathan Kraft, Daniel Kraft, Joshua Kraft |
Career
| Occupation | Businessman |
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| Companies | The Kraft Group; International Forest Products |
| Sports Ownership | New England Patriots; New England Revolution; Gillette Stadium |
| Notable Work | Built a diversified business empire in paper, packaging, sports, entertainment, real estate, and venture investments |
Social Media
| X | https://x.com/RobertKrafts |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Started in paper and packaging before expanding into sports and real estate. | |
| 2. Bought the New England Patriots in 1994. | |
| 3. Has been involved in philanthropy and Jewish and Israeli causes. |