Kevin O’Leary, also known as “Mr. Wonderful”, is a Canadian businessman, investor, and television personality. Born in Montreal, Quebec in 1954, O’Leary’s interest in business began at a young age, selling ornaments to neighbors at the age of seven. He went on to earn a degree in environmental studies and psychology from the University of Waterloo, and an MBA from the Ivey Business School. O’Leary’s business career started with the sale of his software company, which he co-founded, to Mattel for over $3 billion.
O’Leary is best known as one of the judges on the hit show “Shark Tank”, where entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas to a panel of investors. His notorious tough love approach and blunt opinions have made him a fan favorite on the show. Along with his role on “Shark Tank”, O’Leary has also hosted and appeared on various business and finance shows, including his own talk show “The Lang & O’Leary Exchange”. He has also authored several books, including “Cold Hard Truth on Men, Women & Money”, which became a New York Times bestseller.
Although his personality may come across as harsh at times, O’Leary’s success in the business world is undeniable. With a net worth estimated at over $400 million