David Gold was born on 9th September 1936 in Stepney, London, England. He died at the age of 86, on 4th January 2023 after a short illness that is yet to be announced.
He was first married to Berryl Hunt from 1957 to 1972 following an infidelity. David Gold was survived by his current wife, Lesley Manning, and his children with Berry Hunt, Jacqueline Gold, and Vanessa Gold.
Currently, Jacqueline Gold is the CEO of Ann Summers and Knickerbox Ltd and Vanessa Gold is the Managing Director of Ann Summers and Knickerbox Ltd. Jacqueline Gold was born on July 16, 1960, in Bromley, United Kingdom.
How did David Gold make his money?
David Gold made his money through investments and businesses. The late David Gold was the former Chairman of Birmingham City Football Club and the joint Chairman of West Ham United.
The deceased was also the Owner and Chairman of Gold Group International, incorporating Ann Summers. Together with his brother, Ralph, David Gold owned an adult magazine company Gold Star Publications (GSP).
This business was into printing, distribution businesses, and also pornographic magazines such as Rustler and Raider. After owning the corporate air service Gold Air International, he sold it in 2006 for £4.4 million to Air Partner.
According to sources, David Gold and David Sullivan attained a 50% share in West Ham, from CB Holding. This gave them overall operational and commercial control.
Later in that same year around May 10th, they bought extra 10% shares in the club at a cost of £8 million (£4m to CB Holding, £4m towards club debts). This shoots their controlling stake to 60%. David Gold had an estimated net worth of £460 million at the time of his death.