Stephen Ross

Stephen Ross

Stephen Ross (#162)

When you look at the rail yards today you have to have vision. A lot of vision.

  • $ 17 B
  • Real estate
  • United States
  • M
  • 86 Years

About Me

Real estate and sports magnate Stephen Ross was a tax attorney before founding Related Companies in 1972 as an affordable housing developer. In all, Related has developed or acquired more than $60 billion worth of properties of all kinds from California to Abu Dhabi to London. After a decade of planning and construction, Related Co.'s Hudson Yards on Manhattan's west side opened to the public in March 2019. In July 2024, Ross formed a new real estate firm, Related Ross, in West Palm Beach, Florida. Ross also owns a stake in the Miami Dolphins NFL team and the Formula One Miami Grand Prix, plus stakes in Equinox Fitness and SoulCycle. In December 2024, he sold a 13% stake in the Dolphins, the Miami Grand Prix and the Miami Open to Ares Management and the owners of the NBA's Brooklyn Nets at an $8.1 billion valuation.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Stephen Ross’s rise and global influence.

  • #16   World's Richest Sports Team Owners (2026)
  • #169   Billionaires (2026)
  • #59   Forbes 400 (2025)
  • #12   Richest U.S. Sports Team Owners (2025)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Stephen Ross’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $17.0B (May 4, 2026)

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