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41-year-old Josh Kushner’s World Cup privatization scheme fell apart. Then he became the Lakers co-owner days later

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41-year-old Josh Kushner’s World Cup privatization scheme fell apart. Then he became the Lakers co-owner days later
Fortune
Fortune56 mins ago
41-year-old Josh Kushner’s World Cup privatization scheme fell apart. Then he became the Lakers co-owner days later
Kushner's surname is among the most politically weighted in the world, but Kushner and wife Karlie Kloss both say they don't have conservative beliefs.
The Independent
The Independent13 hrs ago
Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger
Josh Kushner and partner Bob Iger reached a deal this week to purchase control of the Los Angeles Lakers at a valuation of $12.5 billion
Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger
Josh Kushner and partner Bob Iger reached a deal this week to purchase control of the Los Angeles Lakers at a valuation of $12.5 billion
AP News
AP News13 hrs ago
Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger
Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger  AP News
New York Post
New York Post18 hrs ago
What’s next for Lakers after $12.5B sale to Bob Iger, Josh Kushner?
The news of the majority ownership of the Lakers being sold again – this time from Mark Walter to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner just 14 months after Walter agreed to purchase the franchise and 10 months after Walter officially became the majority owner – sent shockwaves throughout the NBA. The deal brought more questions..
Forbes
Forbes18 hrs ago
What To Know About Josh Kushner’s Left-Leaning Politics—Amid Speculation Of Trump Role In Lakers Deal
What To Know About Josh Kushner’s Left-Leaning Politics—Amid Speculation Of Trump Role In Lakers Deal  Forbes
The Lakers’ Owner Needed Cash. Then Came a $12.5 Billion Offer to Buy the Team. - WSJ
The Lakers’ Owner Needed Cash. Then Came a $12.5 Billion Offer to Buy the Team.  WSJ
Lakers Owner, Swiftie, Trump-in-Law: Who Is Josh Kushner?
Lakers Owner, Swiftie, Trump-in-Law: Who Is Josh Kushner?  New York Magazine
CBS News
CBS News1 days ago
Former Disney CEO Bob Iger, venture capitalist Josh Kushner buy LA Lakers
Former Disney CEO Bob Iger and investor Josh Kushner, brother of President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, have agreed to buy the Los Angeles Lakers for a record reported $12.5 billion. Kelly O'Grady reports.
Times of India
Times of India1 days ago
Bob Iger & Josh Kushner: The Duo Behind Lakers’ $12.5B Takeover
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner have agreed to buy the Los Angeles Lakers from Mark Walter for a record $12.5 billion, just 14 months after Walter purchased the team at a $10 billion valuation. The sale comes amid reported federal scrutiny of Walter's business holdings. Iger, former Disney CEO, and Kushner, founder of Thrive
The Japan Times
The Japan Times1 days ago
Josh Kushner and Bob Iger to buy Lakers for record $12.5 billion
Billionaire Mark Walter purchased a majority stake in the NBA team last year in a deal that valued the club at $10 billion.
A blockbuster $12.5b deal as Josh Kushner and Bob Iger agree to buy LA Lakers
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold for the second time in a year, going to businessmen Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for a record-breaking price. This sale agreement is $12.5 billion, according to a person familiar with the terms who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday b
Breitbart
Breitbart1 days ago
Bob Iger, Josh Kushner to Purchase Los Angeles Lakers for $12.5 Billion
Former Disney CEO Bob Iger and Josh Kushner will reportedly purchase the Los Angeles Lakers for the record-breaking price of $12.5 billion.
ABC News
ABC News1 days ago
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner to purchase the Los Angeles Lakers
Former Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger and businessman Josh Kushner are buying the Los Angeles Lakers.
USA Today
USA Today1 days ago
Is Josh Kushner related to Jared Kushner? What to know about new Lakers owner
Is Josh Kushner related to Jared Kushner? What to know about new Lakers owner  USA Today
NYT Business
NYT Business1 days ago
Who Is Joshua Kushner, the New Lakers Co-Owner?
The brother of Jared Kushner is an influential venture capitalist with big bets on A.I. and health insurance.
The Athletic
The Athletic1 days ago
Who is incoming Lakers owner Joshua Kushner?
Kushner shocked the sports world by partnering with former Disney CEO Bob Iger to agree to purchase the Los Angeles Lakers.
Lakers sold for record $12.5 billion to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold for the second time in a year, going to businessmen Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for a record-breaking price. This sale agreement is $12.5 billion, according to a person familiar with the terms who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday becaus
Yahoo Sports
Yahoo Sports1 days ago
Josh Kushner, Bob Iger reportedly intend to honor Mark Walter's pact that allows Jeanie Buss to remain Lakers' governor
Buss was granted the opportunity to continue in that role for at least five years after Walter agreed to purchase the franchise from her family last summer.
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera1 days ago
Josh Kushner, Bob Iger, buying Los Angeles Lakers for record $12.5bn
Billionaire Mark Walter's sale of the NBA's Lakers is a record-breaking valuation for a North American sports franchise.
CTV News
CTV News1 days ago
Who is Josh Kushner, the billionaire who just bought the Lakers?
Josh Kushner doesn’t give many interviews or make public appearances often, but he’s keen on making headlines.
Stuff
Stuff1 days ago
Josh Kushner jointly buys LA Lakers in deal worth $21b, after FIFA ‘anchor investor’ plan falls through
The younger brother of Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared is buying the LA Lakers NBA team, along with former Disney CEO Bob Iger, for a record high price.
Marca
Marca1 days ago
Who is Josh Kushner, the billionaire who has just become the owner of the Lakers?
Who is Josh Kushner, the billionaire who has just become the owner of the Lakers?  MARCA
Chicago Tribune
Chicago Tribune1 days ago
Los Angeles Lakers to be sold for 2nd time in a year — for $12.5 billion — to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger
Los Angeles Lakers to be sold for 2nd time in a year — for $12.5 billion — to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger  Chicago Tribune
MSNBC
MSNBC1 days ago
Lakers reportedly to be sold to Josh Kushner, Bob Iger for record $12.5 billion
Majority owner Mark Walter, who owns the Los Angeles Dodgers, is selling the historic basketball franchise 14 months after buying it for $10 billion, ESPN reports.
CBS Sports
CBS Sports1 days ago
Lakers sold for record-breaking $12.5 billion: Everything to know about Josh Kushner, Bob Iger's purchase
Mark Walter bought the team just 14 months ago; now, Luka Dončić and friends have new owners as they try to get back into title contention
NBC News
NBC News1 days ago
Lakers to be sold to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner for $12 billion
The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold to an ownership group led by Josh Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger reportedly for a $12.5 billion. NBC News' Steve Patterson reports on the new ownership group buying the franchise that had just been bought in late 2025.
Financial Times
Financial Times1 days ago
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner in $12.5bn deal for Lakers basketball franchise
Guggenheim’s Mark Walter sells team after just a year of ownership amid US inquiry into insurance empire
Newsweek
Newsweek1 days ago
Bob Iger, Josh Kushner Buy Los Angeles Lakers for NBA-Record Price: Report
Just last October, Mark Walter acquired a majority ownership stake in the Los Angeles Lakers from the Buss family.
UPI
UPI1 days ago
Josh Kushner, Bob Iger to buy Los Angeles Lakers for record $12.5B
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner agreed to buy the Los Angeles Lakers, they announced Wednesday. Sources told UPI that the deal is worth $12.5 billion.
Hindustan Times
Hindustan Times1 days ago
Is Josh Kushner a Democrat? All on Jared Kushner brother's political affiliation amid Lakers purchase deal
Josh Kushner and Bob Iger plan to purchase the Lakers from Mark Walter, marking a significant investment in the sports industry.
HuffPost
HuffPost1 days ago
Los Angeles Lakers Sold In Blockbuster Deal To Josh Kushner, Bob Iger
Los Angeles Lakers Sold In Blockbuster Deal To Josh Kushner, Bob Iger  HuffPost
Josh Kushner, Bob Iger to buy Los Angeles Lakers for record US$12.5 billion
American businessman Josh Kushner and former Disney executive Bob Iger are purchasing the Los Angeles Lakers for a record-breaking price of US$12.5 billion, ESPN reported on Wednesday (Aug 12).Per the network, the duo purchased controlling interest from Mark Walter, who bought a controlling interest in the team from th
CNN
CNN1 days ago
LA Lakers sell for a record $12 billion to ex-Disney CEO Iger and Jared Kushner’s brother Josh | CNN Business
LA Lakers sell for a record $12 billion to ex-Disney CEO Iger and Jared Kushner’s brother Josh | CNN Business  CNN
Toronto Star
Toronto Star1 days ago
A blockbuster $12.5B deal as Josh Kushner and Bob Iger buy the Los Angeles Lakers, AP source says
A blockbuster $12.5B deal as Josh Kushner and Bob Iger buy the Los Angeles Lakers, AP source says  Toronto Star
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner are buying the Lakers in a deal valued at $12.5 billion
Former Disney CEO and Thrive Capital founder Josh Kushner confirmed that they have made an offer to buy the Los Angeles Lakers. Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP; Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images Bob Iger and Josh Kushner are buying the Los Angeles Lakers in a deal valued at $12.5 billion. The purchase is a major step for Iger's
Deadline
Deadline2 days ago
Bob Iger Buys L.A. Lakers In Big Bucks Post-Disney Slam Dunk
Fulfilling almost every American boy’s dream, Bob Iger has bought himself a big city sports franchise. The ex-Disney CEO and Josh Kushner’s Thrive Capital have scored the L.A. Lakers for $12 billion, Deadline has confirmed. “As lifelong NBA fans, we are deeply honored for the opportunity to become stewards of the Los A
SB Nation
SB Nation2 days ago
Lakers sold for $12 billion to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner with former owner under federal investigation
SUN VALLEY, IDAHO - JULY 08: Bob Iger, former CEO of Disney, attends the Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference at the Sun Valley Lodge on July 8, 2026 in Sun Valley, Idaho. Every year, some of the world's wealthiest and most powerful figures from the media, finance, technology, and political spheres converge at the Sun
Variety
Variety2 days ago
Lakers Sell to Bob Iger, Josh Kushner for $12 Billion
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner are buying the Los Angeles Lakers. The deal values the NBA team at more than $12 billion, sources told ESPN and The New York Times. The purchase, from the former Disney CEO and the Thrive Capital founder, comes just 14 months after the Lakers sold to Mark Walter at a…
City AM
City AM2 days ago
Trump-linked Kushner and ex-Disney boss to buy £9bn LA Lakers from Chelsea co-owner
Josh Kushner, the Donald Trump-linked figure at the centre of the Fifa sell-off row, is to buy NBA’s LA Lakers from Chelsea co-owner Mark Walter in a £9bn deal. Walter purchased the Lakers for £7.4bn in October last year but is set to see a bumper return on his investment when Kushner – brother to…
Guardian US
Guardian US2 days ago
Josh Kushner and Bob Iger reportedly buying Los Angeles Lakers for $12bn
Mark Walter bought team last year for $10bn Iger and Kushner aim to ‘compete at the highest level’ Josh ⁠Kushner and Bob Iger ⁠are purchasing ⁠the ​Los Angeles Lakers for more ⁠than $12bn in a record-breaking ⁠deal, ESPN reported ​on ‌Wednesday, citing ‌sources with knowledge ‌of the deal. Billionaire Mark Walter pur
ESPN
ESPN🏁 first to report2 days ago
Sources: Josh Kushner, Bob Iger to buy Lakers for $12B
Sources: Josh Kushner, Bob Iger to buy Lakers for $12B  ESPN