James Buchanan Duke Net Worth, Biography And Facts

James Buchanan Duke Net Worth

James Buchanan Duke Net Worth:

US$140 million at the time of his death

James Buchanan Duke Biography

James Buchanan Duke (December 23, 1856 – October 10, 1925) was an American tobacco and electric power industrialist best known for the introduction of modern cigarette manufacture and marketing, and his involvement with Duke University. He was also the founder of American Tobacco Company in 1890.

How much is James Buchanan Duke worth in 2023?

According to our sources, the net worth of James Buchanan Duke for 2023 is US$140 million at the time of his death (as of May 17th, 2021).

Other James Buchanan Duke Facts

James Buchanan Duke Profile
Born December 23, 1856
Durham, North Carolina, U.S.
Died October 10, 1925(1925-10-10) (aged 68)
New York City, U.S.
Resting Place Duke University
Occupation Tobacco entrepreneur
Known for American Tobacco Company
Net worth US$140 million at the time of his death
Spouse(s) Lillian Fletcher McCredy
​ ​(m. 1904; div. 1906)​
Nanaline Holt Inman ​(m. 1907)​
Children Doris Duke
Parents
  • Washington Duke (father)
  • Artelia Roney (mother)
Relatives Benjamin Newton Duke (brother)
Brodie Duke (half-brother)