Charles F. Dolan, the visionary founder of HBO and Cablevision, has passed away at the age of 98. Dolan, a Cleveland native, was responsible for launching Home Box Office, Cablevision, AMC Network, and News 12. He also owned Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and sports franchises such as the New York Knicks and Rangers.
Dolan’s impact on the media, sports, and entertainment industries was immeasurable. His son, James L. Dolan, continued his legacy by serving as the CEO of Cablevision and later as the executive chairman and CEO of Madison Square Garden Sports Corp.
Following the sale of Cablevision to Altice in 2016, Dolan’s family retained their ownership of Newsday, which they later repurchased in full. At the time of his death, Dolan and his family had a net worth of $5.4 billion, according to Forbes.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Dolan was a founder and chairman emeritus of The Lustgarten Foundation, which conducts pancreatic cancer research. He is survived by six children, 19 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.
The impact of Charles F. Dolan’s vision and leadership will continue to be felt in the industries he helped shape. His legacy as a pioneer in cable broadcasting and sports ownership will be remembered for years to come.
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