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Warren Buffett
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Buffett speaking to students from the University of Kansas School of Business, May 6, 2005
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| Born |
Warren Edward Buffett
August 30, 1930 |
| Nationality | United States |
| Education | Master of Science in Economics |
| Alma mater | University of Nebraska–Lincoln Columbia Business School |
| Occupation | Chairman & CEO of Berkshire Hathaway |
| Years active | 1951–present |
| Net worth |  US$ 58.5 billion (2013) |
| Spouse(s) |
Susan Thompson Buffett (m. 1952–2004)
Astrid Menks (m. 2006)
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| Children | Susan Alice Buffett Howard Graham Buffett Peter Andrew Buffett |
| Relatives | Doris Buffett (sister) |
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Warren Buffett (born 30 August 1930) is an American investor who is known for his wealth. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska. He is a primary shareholder, chairman and CEO of the company Berkshire Hathaway. He is the third wealthiest person in the world.
On April 11, 2012, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, for which he completed treatment in September 2012.
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Investor Benjamin Graham was influential on young Buffett
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Buffett's home in Omaha, Nebraska
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Buffett meets with President Barack Obama at the White House in July 2011
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Buffett with Gary Green in 2010
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Buffett and President Obama in the Oval Office, July 14, 2010
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