Jami Gertz: From Actress to Billionaire Mogul

Jami Gertz has transitioned from an '80s teen actress to a formidable businesswoman and philanthropist. While Gertz achieved fame in films like 'Sixteen Candles' and TV series such as 'Square Pegs', she later stepped away from Hollywood to focus on her family. Despite this shift, Gertz continued acting and diversified into investment, establishing her company Laurel Grove Capital.

Gertz married businessman Tony Ressler in 1989, and together they have built substantial wealth. They are part of the investment group that purchased the Milwaukee Brewers and are owners of the NBA's Atlanta Hawks. Gertz has personally represented the Hawks in NBA draft lotteries from 2018 to 2020.

Beyond their business ventures, Gertz and Ressler are notable philanthropists. They co-founded the Painted Turtle Camp, a nonprofit supporting children with chronic illnesses. Gertz has also served on the board of the Melanoma Research Alliance, contributing to her reputation as one of Hollywood's richest women with a reported combined net worth exceeding $10 billion.