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Harold Katz

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For the American lawyer and politician, see Harold A. Katz.

Harold Katz (May 5, 1937 – January 25, 2025) was an American businessman. He was from the Greater Philadelphia area.

Life and career

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Katz bought the Philadelphia 76ers of the National Basketball Association from Fitz Eugene Dixon Jr. in July 1981. During his ownership, he brought the 76ers to their most recent NBA Championship win in the 1982–1983 season.[1] He sold the team to Comcast Spectacor in April 1996.[2] Katz was also the founder and former owner of Nutrisystem, Inc.[3] and founder of the private equity firm H. Katz Capital Group.

Katz died on January 25, 2025, at the age of 87.[4]

References

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  1. ^ The 1982-83 Philadelphia 76ers - NBA Champions
  2. ^ 76ers Ownership Timeline at NBA.com
  3. ^ Nutri Sys Inc New: Information and Much More from Answers.com
  4. ^ Times, Daily (2025-01-26). "Harold Katz, former owner of 76ers, dead at 87". Delco Times. Retrieved 2025-01-26.
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