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Graziadaily
21 hours ago
- Business
- Graziadaily
Everything We Know About Patrick Whitesell, Lauren Sanchez's Ex-Husband
All eyes are on Jeff Bezos and his new wife Lauren Sanchez, who are enjoying their lavish nuptials in Venice. Dubbed the 'wedding of the year' for the extravagance and their star-studded guestlist, the focus is on the Amazon billionaire founder and millionaire Lauren. While Oprah Winfrey, Kylie Jenner, Leonardo DiCaprio, Orlando Bloom and Lauren's ex Tony Gonzalez – with whom she shares son Nikko, 24 – are amongst the guests for the Bezos-Sanchez wedding, one person who will certainly be staying away is Lauren's ex-husband, Patrick Whitesell. Patrick was married to Lauren before her affair with Jeff was exposed in 2019, sparking one of the most expensive divorces in history between Jeff and his ex MacKenzie Scott. We take a look at Lauren's first husband… Patrick Whitesell ©Patrick Whitesell is a top Hollywood talent agent and media entrepreneur, who's quite the mover and shaker in the showbiz industry. He has looked after some of Hollywood's leading stars such as Ben Affleck, Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Garner, Jake Gyllenhaal, Joaquin Phoenix, Matt Damon and Michael B Jordan. After working at InterTalent, United Talent Agency and Creative Artists Agency, he co-founded the William Morris Endeavor (WME) talent agency with Ari Emanuel in 2009, which later became Endeavor, an entertainment and media agency, where he served as executive chairman. Patrick stepped down from Endeavor after it was acquired by global technology investment company Silver Lake in early 2025. Since then, he runs Win Sports Group, an NFL sports management company and a 'sports, media and entertainment' investment platform backed by Silver Lake. He and Ari are also co-CEO of IMG, a global sports, events and talent management company. He's also a member of the Governor's California Film Commission and an associated member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences. Patrick Whitesell is 60 years old. He's reported to have an estimated fortune of $440 million. Patrick made his millions from Endeavor, the entertainment talent company he founded with Ari Emanuel. Despite stepping away from his duties at Endeavor, he continues to hold shares in the business, which are thought to be worth around $840 million. Lauren Sanchez and Patrick Whitesell ©Jeff Vespa/WireImage Patrick and Lauren, who were married for 14 years, share two children – son Evan, 19, and daughter Ella, 17. They share joint custody, following their divorce in 2019. Patrick and Pia Whitesell ©Todd Williamson/Variety/Penske Media via Getty Images After his split with Lauren, Patrick dated Chilean-Australian model and actress Pia Miller. The couple met through mutual friends in 2019 and made their official public debut in November that year. Patrick and the former Home And Away actress got engaged in November 2020 and married in May 2021. They now live in a $57 million mansion in Los Angeles. Shereen Low is a senior news and entertainment writer for Grazia UK, who has covered some of the biggest showbiz news from the past decade.
USA Today
3 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
Lauren Sánchez's first husband: Who is Patrick Whitesell?
Billionaire and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is set to tie the knot with Lauren Sánchez this week during an extravagant, Italian wedding of which details have been reserved. Prior to her engagement with Bezos, Sánchez was married to media giant Patrick Whitesell. The former couple, who share two children, were married from 2005 to 2019. Whitesell has since remarried. Bezos and Sánchez, who have been engaged since 2019, are expected to tie the knot in Venice, Italy between June 26 and 28, Reuters and The New York Times have reported. As the highly-anticipated wedding gets underway, here's a look back at Sánchez's former partner. Everything we know so far: Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's wedding Who is Patrick Whitesell? Whitesell is a businessman that has worked in the media industry for more than three decades. He made a name for himself in the early 2000s when he teamed up with former WWE owner Ari Emanuel to take over Endeavor, an international sports and entertainment company. However, in March, Whitesell took a $25 billion deal from international tech investor Silver Lake to leave Endeavor. Following the sale, Whitesell has begun running Win Sports Group, an NFL sports management company, and a "sports, media and entertainment" investment platform backed by Silver Lake, according to a news release. Prior to Endeavor, Whitesell worked at InterTalent, United Talent Agency and Creative Artists Agency. Over the years, he has worked with celebrities like Ben Affleck, Christian Bale, Whoopi Goldberg, Hugh Jackman and Joaquin Phoenix. How old is Patrick Whitesell? Whitesell is 60 years old. When did Lauren Sánchez and Patrick Whitesell get divorced? Sánchez and Whitesell divorced in 2019. How many children do Lauren Sánchez, Patrick Whitesell share? Sánchez and Whitesell have two children together: Ella Whitesell and Evan Whitesell. Evan was born in 2006 and Ella was born in 2008, People reported. Who is Patrick Whitesell married to now? Whitesell married actress and model Pia Miller in 2021. The 41-year-old, hailing from Chile, gained prominence after winning an annual modeling competition for Australian beauty magazine Dolly in 1998. She also competed on the Australian reality television series, "Search for a Supermodel" in 2001. Contributing: Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Story idea? Email her at gcross@
The Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Forgotten soap star shows off huge £27million LA mansion after quitting fame and marrying a multimillionaire
A FORGOTTEN Home and Away star has shown off her plush £27million mansion seven years on from leaving the soap. Pia Whitesell appeared in the programme as Kat Chapman between 2015 and 2018 but she is now living a life that is worlds away from the Aussie soap opera. 5 5 The 41-year-old actress is now living it up in a stunning £27million Bel Air mansion with her husband, Hollywood super agent, Patrick Whitesell. She took to Instagram this week to share a glimpse of the luxury swimming pool at the abode. The huge pool is surrounded by half a dozen sun loungers complete with parasols. The glam actress revelled in her luxurious surroundings as she captioned the snap with "How's the serenity?," in reference to the 1997 movie. The Hollywood super-rich couple's home even includes its own maids quarters and boasts over 19,000 sq ft. As they renovated the home, the couple stayed in their oceanfront Malibu mansion. Pia and Patrick tied the knot in 2021 after he popped the question in late 2020. Her engagement ring is believed to be worth between $1.1m and $1.9mAUD. She was previously married to AFL footballer Brad Miller. Patrick is the boss of Hollywood media empire Endeavor, former known as WME. Hit soap gets major shakeup after 17 years - but fans fear it's a sign of cast exodus It is the talent agency to the stars representing a whole host of the world's A-list talent. It has earned him an estimated net worth of £303million. The agency had dedicated teams looking after talent such as Jude Law, Hugh Jackman, Ben Affleck and the Kardashian family. LIFE BEFORE HOLLYWOOD Before striking it lucky in Los Angeles, Pia began her career as a model aged 14 in Australia. After three years as a fledling teen model, she took part in reality TV show Make Me A Supermodel in 2001 which landed her a contract with L'Oreal. She transitioned into acting and TV hosting in 2011 before landing her part in Home and Away in 2015. Her last acting role was in 2019 when she appeared in a live-action Dora The Explorer movie. She soon retired from acting shortly after and upon meeting Patrick. 5
Business Wire
05-06-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Generational Group Advises Endeavor Technologies, Inc. in its Sale to Kurz Industrial Solutions
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of Endeavor Technologies, Inc. to Kurz Industrial Solutions. The acquisition closed March 7, 2025. Located in St. Charles, Illinois, Endeavor Technologies, Inc. is a leading provider of precision spindle motor and servomotor repair services for CNC machinery. Founded by industry veterans with over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in rebuilding and remanufacturing spindle motors, servomotors, and other specialized electric motors for automation applications. Endeavor delivers high-quality, in-house solutions—including machining, stator rewinding, epoxy molding, and dynamic balancing—with a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction. As an authorized service partner for brands like Mitsubishi and AMKmotion, Endeavor is known for its reliable performance, fast turnaround, and innovative motor exchange program that minimizes downtime for customers. Based in Appleton, Wisconsin, Kurz Industrial Solutions has been a trusted leader in the electromechanical and renewable energy industry since 1918. With over a century of experience, Kurz is dedicated to strengthening American industry through long-lasting customer relationships and reliable solutions. Its expert sales and service teams deliver unmatched technical support, all driven by the company's core purpose: 'To Strengthen American Industry.' Chuck Nichols, President of Endeavor Technologies, commented, 'After two decades of establishing Endeavor Technologies as a nationally respected provider of spindle and servo motor services for CNC machinery, we sought a partner who shared our values and could propel us to the next level. We were immediately impressed by the enthusiasm and alignment of core values at Kurz. Joining Kurz Industrial Solutions is an exceptional opportunity to expand our specialized services to a wider industrial automation market. We are eager to grow alongside a team that prioritizes honesty, integrity, and a customer-centric approach.' This strategic acquisition enhances Kurz's industrial automation capabilities and deepens its specialization in advanced motor repair. Generational Group Executive Managing Director, M&A, Central Region – Michael Goss, and his team led by Senior Vice President, M&A, Jon LePage successfully closed the deal. Senior Managing Director, James Carr and Senior M&A Advisor, Dr. Michael Lorence established the initial relationship with Endeavor Technologies, Inc. 'Endeavor Technologies is a national leader in advanced motor repair with a talented team which is a unique asset at this scale. Endeavor wanted a partner that could leverage its expertise in servo and spindle motor repair to a broader market. Kurz Industrial Solutions is that partner and brings a terrific leadership team that aligned perfectly with the Endeavor team,' said LePage. 'Endeavor Technologies has built an exceptional reputation in a highly specialized industry, and we were honored to guide them through this important transition,' said Ryan Binkley, CEO of Generational Group. About Generational Group Generational Group, headquartered in Dallas, is a leading, award winning, full-service M&A advisory firm. With over 300 professionals across 16 offices in North America, the company helps business owners unlock the full value of their businesses through a comprehensive suite of advisory services. These services include strategic growth consulting, exit planning education, business valuation, value enhancement strategies, M&A advisory, digital solutions, and wealth management. Generational Group was honored as the 2024 USA Investment Banking Firm of the Year by the Global M&A Network and named Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor in both 2024 and 2022. The firm also received recognition as Valuation Firm of the Year and Consulting Firm of the Year in 2022 and 2023, further cementing its reputation as a leader in M&A advisory services.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Generational Group Advises Endeavor Technologies, Inc. in its Sale to Kurz Industrial Solutions
DALLAS, June 05, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of Endeavor Technologies, Inc. to Kurz Industrial Solutions. The acquisition closed March 7, 2025. Located in St. Charles, Illinois, Endeavor Technologies, Inc. is a leading provider of precision spindle motor and servomotor repair services for CNC machinery. Founded by industry veterans with over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in rebuilding and remanufacturing spindle motors, servomotors, and other specialized electric motors for automation applications. Endeavor delivers high-quality, in-house solutions—including machining, stator rewinding, epoxy molding, and dynamic balancing—with a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction. As an authorized service partner for brands like Mitsubishi and AMKmotion, Endeavor is known for its reliable performance, fast turnaround, and innovative motor exchange program that minimizes downtime for customers. Based in Appleton, Wisconsin, Kurz Industrial Solutions has been a trusted leader in the electromechanical and renewable energy industry since 1918. With over a century of experience, Kurz is dedicated to strengthening American industry through long-lasting customer relationships and reliable solutions. Its expert sales and service teams deliver unmatched technical support, all driven by the company's core purpose: "To Strengthen American Industry." Chuck Nichols, President of Endeavor Technologies, commented, "After two decades of establishing Endeavor Technologies as a nationally respected provider of spindle and servo motor services for CNC machinery, we sought a partner who shared our values and could propel us to the next level. We were immediately impressed by the enthusiasm and alignment of core values at Kurz. Joining Kurz Industrial Solutions is an exceptional opportunity to expand our specialized services to a wider industrial automation market. We are eager to grow alongside a team that prioritizes honesty, integrity, and a customer-centric approach." This strategic acquisition enhances Kurz's industrial automation capabilities and deepens its specialization in advanced motor repair. Generational Group Executive Managing Director, M&A, Central Region – Michael Goss, and his team led by Senior Vice President, M&A, Jon LePage successfully closed the deal. Senior Managing Director, James Carr and Senior M&A Advisor, Dr. Michael Lorence established the initial relationship with Endeavor Technologies, Inc. "Endeavor Technologies is a national leader in advanced motor repair with a talented team which is a unique asset at this scale. Endeavor wanted a partner that could leverage its expertise in servo and spindle motor repair to a broader market. Kurz Industrial Solutions is that partner and brings a terrific leadership team that aligned perfectly with the Endeavor team," said LePage. "Endeavor Technologies has built an exceptional reputation in a highly specialized industry, and we were honored to guide them through this important transition," said Ryan Binkley, CEO of Generational Group. About Generational Group Generational Group, headquartered in Dallas, is a leading, award winning, full-service M&A advisory firm. With over 300 professionals across 16 offices in North America, the company helps business owners unlock the full value of their businesses through a comprehensive suite of advisory services. These services include strategic growth consulting, exit planning education, business valuation, value enhancement strategies, M&A advisory, digital solutions, and wealth management. Generational Group was honored as the 2024 USA Investment Banking Firm of the Year by the Global M&A Network and named Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor in both 2024 and 2022. The firm also received recognition as Valuation Firm of the Year and Consulting Firm of the Year in 2022 and 2023, further cementing its reputation as a leader in M&A advisory services. View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Jenna Gaston469-694-8764jgaston@ Sign in to access your portfolio
