Rocky Wirtz: Biography, Facts and Career
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William Rockwell "Rocky" Wirtz (October 5, 1952 – July 25, 2023) was an American businessman. He was the principal owner and chairman of the Chicago Blackhawks of the National Hockey League. He was also president of the Blackhawks' parent company, the Wirtz Corporation, a diversified conglomerate headquartered in Chicago. Under Wirtz's leadership, the Chicago Blackhawks won three Stanley Cups between 2010 and 2015, reversing a period of declining fan interest and on-ice performance. He oversaw Wirtz Corporation's commercial and residential real estate companies, wine and spirits distributor Breakthru Beverage Group, an insurance company, and banks in Illinois and Florida. Wirtz was also half-owner of the Blackhawks' home arena, the United Center, along with Chicago Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf. He and Reinsdorf were co-chairmen of the arena's Executive Committee.
Quick facts about Rocky Wirtz
- Full name: Rocky Wirtz
- Born: 1952-10-05
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Creator
- Wikidata ID: Q3438041
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Who is Rocky Wirtz?
William Rockwell "Rocky" Wirtz (October 5, 1952 – July 25, 2023) was an American businessman.
What nationality is Rocky Wirtz?
Rocky Wirtz is United States.
When was Rocky Wirtz born?
Rocky Wirtz was born on 1952-10-05.
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