Richard Branson

Public Figures

Sir Richard Branson (born July 18, 1950) is a renowned British entrepreneur and adventurer who founded the Virgin Group in the 1970s, which now controls over 400 companies, including Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Galactic. Known for his dyslexia, charisma, and daring publicity stunts, he started his career with a magazine before building a global brand, becoming a billionaire, and receiving a knighthood in 1999.