Former Philadelphia 76ers owner Harold Katz has died at age 87, the team announced on Saturday.
It is with great sadness that we share the loss of Harold Katz, who owned the Philadelphia 76ers from 1981-96. He was a successful businessman and entrepreneur who helped deliver an NBA title to our city and fans in 1983. We send our condolences to Harold’s family and friends. pic.twitter.com/1ab4zGnRGK
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) January 25, 2025
“It is with great sadness that we share the loss of Harold Katz, who owned the Philadelphia 76ers from 1981-96,” the team said in a statement. “He was a successful businessman and entrepreneur who helped deliver an NBA title to our city and fans in 1983. We send our condolences to Harold’s family and friends.”
The NBA mourns the loss of former Philadelphia 76ers owner Harold Katz, who helped bring an NBA championship to Philadelphia. We send our deepest sympathies to his family and friends and the 76ers organization.
— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) January 26, 2025
Katz purchased the franchise from Fitz Eugene Dixon Jr. in 1981. He was the founder of Nutrisystem weight-loss products and services.
