John Mars

John Mars

John Mars (#37)

  • $ 49 B
  • Candy, pet food
  • United States
  • M
  • 90 Years

About Me

John Mars and his siblings Jacqueline and Forrest Jr. (d. 2016) inherited stakes in the candy firm Mars when their father died in 1999. He and Jacqueline each own an estimated one-third of the company. His late brother Forrest Jr.'s four daughters are believed to own the rest. The $55 billion (sales) business was founded by John's grandfather, Frank, in 1911. Mars is also a big name in pet care, with brands including Pedigree and Whiskas, as well as food, including Ben's Original rice.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

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

  • #22   Forbes 400 (2025)
  •   The Richest Person In Every State (2025)
  • #33   Billionaires (2025)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

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

Current Net Worth: $49.1B (February 5, 2026)