Louis Wolfson was a powerful and disciplined Miami-based financier and thoroughbred horse racing magnate whose influence stretched from Wall Street to the winner’s circle. Born in 1912, Wolfson built his fortune through banking, real estate, and corporate acquisitions before turning his attention to horse racing, where he became known for his calculated, business-like approach to the sport. Tall, composed, and quietly authoritative, Wolfson preferred strategy over showmanship, often operating behind the scenes while assembling elite bloodstock and top trainers. His stable achieved national prominence with champions such as Affirmed, the 1978 Triple Crown winner, cementing Wolfson’s legacy as one of racing’s most influential owners. Through his marriage to Patrice Jacobs Wolfson, daughter of Buddy Jacobson's uncle trainer Hirsch Jacobs, Wolfson became closely connected to one of racing’s most successful dynasties, blending financial power with deep horse-racing tradition.

Born: 1912

Industries: Pipefitting Supply Company, Railway Owner, Horse Racing, Shipbuilding, Gov Contractor, Bridge builder, hostile takeovers and movie productions. Wolfson was the first major conglamerate.

Married: 1972 to Patrice Jacobs

Passed: 2007