Robert Bass

Robert Bass

Robert Bass (#661)

  • $ 6 B
  • Oil, investments
  • United States
  • M
  • 78 Years

About Me

Robert Bass and his brothers inherited $2.8 million each from their oil tycoon uncle Sid Richardson in 1959. Robert has helped launch a half dozen investment shops including his Oak Hill Advisors. Bass' private jet start-up Aerion collapsed in 2021 amid reported financial difficulties. With his wife Anne, Bass has given at least $70 million to Duke and $55 million to Stanford.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

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

  • #664   Billionaires (2026)
  • #244   Forbes 400 (2025)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

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

Current Net Worth: $6.3B (May 4, 2026)