Jean Paul Getty

Born: 1892-12-15

His first big break in the oil business occurred in 1915, when he purchased an interest in an oil lease on a farm south of Tulsa, Oklahoma for $500. His contemporaries thought him foolish, but 3 days after striking oil, he realized $11,850 from his share of the profits. By the age of 24, he had made his first $1 million.


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The Solitary Billionaire: J. Paul Getty

as himself
Released: 1963-01-01

Alan Whicker interviews billionaire J. Paul Getty, who discusses reports of his meanness, his...

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