Breitbart news owner

The owner of Breitbart News is Andrew Breitbart, who founded the website in 2007. Andrew Breitbart was an American conservative commentator, author, and publisher. He was a prominent figure in the conservative movement and was known for his provocative and often controversial commentary on politics, media, and culture.

Andrew Breitbart passed away on March 1, 2012, at the age of 43, due to complications from heart failure. After his death, his wife, Susie Breitbart, took over as the CEO of Breitbart News, and his son, Breitbart News editor-in-chief Alex Marlow, became the publisher.

In 2018, the Mercer family, led by billionaire Robert Mercer and his daughter Rebekah Mercer, acquired a majority stake in Breitbart News. The Mercers are prominent conservative donors and have been involved in various political and media ventures.

Under the leadership of Alex Marlow, Breitbart News has continued to be a prominent voice in the conservative movement, with a focus on news, commentary, and opinion pieces that often reflect a populist and nationalist perspective.