Billionaire timeshare king David Siegel dead at 89: 'Never stopped dreaming big'
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David Siegal, the founder of Westgate Resorts, passed away at 89 after a prolonged battle with cancer. His wife, Jackie Siegel, shared their 25 years of marriage and the legacy they built with their eight children in a heartfelt Instagram post. Known for his tenacity and belief in the American dream, Siegal turned Westgate into the largest privately held timeshare company, including over 13,500 rooms. His advocacy for addiction awareness further defined his legacy, alongside his entrepreneurial success in the hospitality industry.
I was lucky enough to share twenty-five wonderful years with David, and together we raised eight incredible children.
David never stopped dreaming big. His entrepreneurial spirit, relentless drive, and belief in the American dream helped shape one of the most recognized hospitality brands in the country.
He was known not only for his entrepreneurial endeavors but also for his charity and advocacy for addiction awareness.
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