Jack Walker

Jack Walker (19 May 1929 – 17 August 2000) was a British industrialist and businessman. Walker built his fortune in the steel industry, amassing a personal fortune of £600 million. He then went on to become the owner and benefactor of Blackburn Rovers Football Club, winning the 1994–95 FA Premier League under his guidance.

Jack Walker
Jack Walker at Ewood Park
Born(1929-05-19)19 May 1929
Died17 August 2000(2000-08-17) (aged 71)
St Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands
NationalityBritish
Occupation(s)Businessman
Industrialist
Years active1942–2000
TitleOwner of Walkersteel
(1951–1989)
Owner of Blackburn Rovers F.C.
(1991–2000)
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