Eric Watson

Quick Facts

Full Name	Eric Watson
Occupation	Politician
Date Of Birth	Sep 13, 1973(1973-09-13)
Age	51
Country	United States
Birth City	Cleveland
Horoscope	Virgo

Eric Watson Biography

Eric Watson is one of the most popular and richest Politician who was born on September 13, 1973 in Cleveland, United States. Eric Watson (born 1959) is an New Zealand businessman, now living in London. In 2011 The National Business Review listed Watson as the 21st wealthiest New Zealander. However, Watson has been taken off the NBR Rich List because of his wealth being damaged by business failures as well as legal dispute.

Through the company the firm, he acquired 75% of New Zealand Warriors. New Zealand Warriors in 2000 that plays in the Australasian Rugby League (NRL) and is New Zealand’s biggest and most well-known privately-owned sporting franchise. The company has since cut his stake to 50% and then sold the remaining half of his stake in the hands of New Zealand billionaire Owen Glenn. In 2015, the company increased its share to 100% and became the sole owner of the Vodafone Warriors’ Franchise.

In December 2009 Hanover Group debenture holders, note holders and bond holders voted in favour of swapping their debentures, notes and bonds for shares in Allied Farmers Limited (NZX: ALF). This transaction resulted in ALF assuming the net asset position of the Hanover Group finance companies.

The Watson Foundation is a charitable trust established by Cullen Investments to enrich the lives of underprivileged children and young people and assist with their needs, including care, support, protection, health and education. The foundation sponsored till about 2011 charities such as The First Tee of New Zealand.

Watson along with business associate Mark Hotchin bought Elders Finance in

1999. The business partners of Mark Hotchin and Watson purchased Elders Finance. Elders as well as a host of other finance firms joined to form Hanover Group. In July 2008, the finance firms of Hanover Group froze repayments, refusing to accept deposits for new deposits.

Eric Watson Net Worth

Eric Watson is one of the richest Politician from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Eric Watson 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He quit Xerox in 1992 and founded Blue Star Group. Blue Star Group.

Watson created Cullen Investments in 1995 and is the current executive chairman of the private international investment firm. Cullen Investments has interests in the following industries: fashion retail finance, agriculture, financial services as well as real estate and entertainment. The main goal of the company is on the development the international business portfolio that includes investments within Australia, United States, United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand.

Hanover paid dividends of NZ$41 million in the 2007 financial year and NZ$45.5 million in the 2008 financial year. The following financial year, NZ$68.5m was contributed to Hanover by entities associated with Watson and Hotchin.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Eric Watson Dating?

According to our records, Eric Watson married to Nicola Watson. As of December 1, 2023, Eric Watson’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Eric Ranked on the list of most popular Politician. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Eric Watson celebrates birthday on September 13 of every year.

How many children does Eric Watson have?

He has one child , Sam Watson, from a relationship before his marriage to Nicky Watson. He was previously married to Nicola Watson, a model now known as Nicola Robinson. He has three young sons by his Swedish partner, model Lisa Henrekson.

Who is Eric in Queen of the South?

Queen of the South (TV Series 2016–2021) – Brent Smiga as Eric Watson – IMDb.

How rich is Eric Watson?

He was assessed as worth $260m , good for sixth place on the NBR New Zealand rich list.

How did Sir Owen Glenn make his money?

At the age of 30, Sir Owen started an air transportation company. In 1975 he started his own marine consolidation business which he eventually sold in 2012.

Who does Teresa marry in Queen of the South?

So far in Queen of the South, Teresa hasn’t been married to anyone. Not too much is known about her past prior to becoming a money changer but there has never been a mention of a husband. Guero was the closest she had got to walking down the aisle but even their relationship only lasted one year.