Donald Newhouse

Donald Newhouse was a prominent American businessman, born in 1929, who played a significant role in the media industry. He was the owner of Advance Publications, a company founded by his father, Samuel Irving Newhouse Sr., in 1922. Under his ownership, Advance Publications encompassed a diverse portfolio of media properties, including Condé Nast, numerous newspapers across the United States, and stakes in prominent companies such as Charter Communications and Warner Bros. Discovery.

Throughout his career, Newhouse accumulated substantial wealth, with his net worth estimated to be $15.4 billion, according to Forbes in May 2026. He was based in New York City, where he oversaw the operations of his vast media conglomerate. Newhouse passed away in 2026, leaving behind a legacy as a influential figure in the American business landscape. His ownership of Advance Publications had a profound impact on the media industry, shaping the course of various publications and companies under his stewardship.