Donald Bren: Family, Spouse, Children, Dating, Net Worth, Nationality and More
Biography - A Short Wiki
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Donald Bren is a philanthropist and businessman. The entrepreneur is the chairman of the Irvine Company. He is the undefeated heavyweight champion in the American real estate. In 1977, the businessman acquired a California-based real estate investment firm named the Irvine Company with a group of investors.
Career Highlights
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In 1958, the businessman took a loan of $10,000 to built a house in Newport Beach. Donald established Bren Company in 1958 and started his business career. Bren constructed home in Orange County, California, United States. He began Mission Viejo Company in 1963 with two other people.
Family and Personal Life
Here is Donald Bren's family information, including spouse, kids, and dating life.
Donald Bren married three times in his life. He married Diana, and the couple has three children. In 1959, their first son Cary Bren was born, whereas second son Steve was born in 1960. In 1977, he married the second time to Mardelle Bren. They together have only one daughter Ashley Bren born in 1968.
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | Brigitte Bren (m. 1998), Mardelle Bren (m. 1977), Diane Bren |
|---|---|
| Children/Kids | Yes (Steve Bren, Cary Ben, Ashley Bren, and Carey Bren) |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend (Dating) | N/A |
| Civil Status | Married |
Net Worth, Nationality and Other Facts
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| Full/Real Name | Donald Leroy Bren |
|---|---|
| Gender (Biological) | Male |
| Age (as of today) | 91 years |
| Date of Birth | May 11, 1932 |
| Place of Birth | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 1.75 m, 5 feet 9 inches |
| Weight | 54 kg, 119 lbs |
| Net Worth / Wealth | $16 billion |
| Occupation | Businessman, Philanthropist |
Height, Weight, and Age
Donald Bren's height is pretty average measuring 1.75 m. Boasting a weight of 54 kg. Being born on May 11, 1932, translates to an age of 91 years as of todays date (March 1, 2024).
Quotes
I get great satisfaction from both business and philanthropy.
Donald Bren
My ultimate dream is for the Irvine Ranch to be known and celebrated as much for the outstanding communities we’ve planned and built as it is for what is not developed. The beneficiary being the 50,000 acres of undeveloped land that is now permanently preserved and conserved as Open Space and parklands.
Donald Bren
Fulfilling the vision of the Irvine Ranch master plan has been a lifetime dedication and lifetime passion, and I am hopeful the heritage of our Irvine stewardship will live on in many new ways.
Donald Bren
In my opinion, education is the finest gift an individual can give a young person.
Donald Bren
At the end of the day, the Irvine Co. is slowly being transformed. Our long-term goal is to transform what was once an agricultural company to a development company, and to that, the next, final step is to create a large real estate investment company.
Donald Bren
