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Sam Fox, St. Louis entrepreneur, megadonor and US ambassador, dies at 95


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He rose from humble beginnings in rural Missouri to found a billion-dollar investment firm, bankroll political campaigns and serve as an ambassador.

Sam Fox, a prominent St. Louis entrepreneur, philanthropist, and former U.S. Ambassador to Belgium, passed away at the age of 95. Known for his significant contributions to the Republican Party, Fox was a major donor who notably supported George W. Bush's presidential campaigns. His business acumen led him to build a successful restaurant empire, including the famous Houston's chain, and he was also involved in real estate and other business ventures. Fox's philanthropy was extensive, with substantial donations to various causes, including education, where he established the Fox School of Business at Washington University in St. Louis. His ambassadorship from 2007 to 2009 was marked by efforts to strengthen U.S.-Belgium relations. Fox's legacy is remembered for his entrepreneurial spirit, his commitment to community service, and his influence in both local and national politics.

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