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Hong Kong Real Estate Billionaire Lee Shau Kee, Once Asia's Richest Person, Dies At 97


Published on 2025-03-17 09:01:05 - Forbes
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  • Lee Shau Kee was among the first generation of entrepreneurs in Hong Kong who started making a fortune from property development between the 60s and 70s.

Lee Shau Kee, a prominent Hong Kong real estate billionaire who was once Asia's richest person, passed away at the age of 97. Known for his significant contributions to the real estate sector, Lee was the founder of Henderson Land Development, one of Hong Kong's largest property developers. His wealth was estimated to be around $28.3 billion at the time of his death. Lee was also recognized for his philanthropy, having donated over $400 million to various causes, including education and medical research. His death marks the end of an era for Hong Kong's real estate industry, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the city's skyline and economic landscape.

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