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Liverpool Ex-Owner Tom Hicks Dies at 79
7 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Hicks, former owner of Liverpool FC, passed away at age 79.
- He co-owned Liverpool from 2007 to 2010 without winning trophies.
- Hicks also owned Dallas Stars and Texas Rangers sports franchises.
Tom Hicks, a Texas businessman and former owner of Liverpool Football Club, has passed away at the age of 79. Hicks's tenure at Liverpool, from 2007 to 2010, was tumultuous, marked by financial struggles and a significant lack of on-field success during his three-and-a-half years at the helm.
His business dealings extended to other major sports franchises. Hicks was instrumental in the ownership of the NHL's Dallas Stars, leading them to a Stanley Cup victory in 1999, and also owned baseball's Texas Rangers, guiding them to multiple division titles and a World Series appearance.
Reflecting on his time with Liverpool, Hicks expressed regret over communication issues with the fanbase. His legacy is also remembered by his family, who described him as a devoted father. Tributes from figures like Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones highlighted his personal relationships beyond the sports arena.
