Lukas Walton
Lukas Walton | |
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Born | 1985 or 1986[1] |
Nationality | American |
Education | Journeys School |
Alma mater | Colorado College |
Net worth | $11-25 billion (November 2015)[1] |
Parent(s) | John T. Walton (deceased) Christy Walton |
Relatives | Sam Walton (grandfather) |
Lukas Walton (born 1985 or 1986) is an American billionaire heir. He is the grandson of Sam Walton, the founder of Wal-Mart.
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Early life
Lukas Walton is the only child of John T. Walton (1946–2005) and his wife Christy Walton. He grew up in National City, California, and Jackson Hole, Wyoming,[2] where he was educated at Journeys School.[3]
He has a degree in environmentally sustainable business from Colorado College, where he graduated in 2010.[2][1]
Career
Walton has worked for the Walton Family Foundation, and True North Venture Partners.[1]
Wealth
On 6 November 2015, it was discovered that his mother was worth about $27 billion less than had been thought, and that Lukas Walton was worth between $11-25 billion.[1]
According to Bloomberg, as of November 2015, Lukas is worth at least $11 billion, and up to $25 billion if "certain trusts are included".[1]