George Michael Steinbrenner III, nicknamed "the Boss", was an American businessman who was the principal owner and managing partner of Major League Baseball's New York Yankees from 1973 until his death in 2010. He was the longest-serving owner in club history, and the Yankees won seven World Series championships and 11 American League pennants under his ownership. His outspokenness and role in driving up player salaries made him one of the sport's most controversial figures. Steinbrenner was also involved in the Great Lakes and Gulf Coast shipping industry.
George Steinbrenner, American businessman (born 1930)
On July 13, in the year 2010, George Steinbrenner, American businessman (born 1930). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of July 13, one of 385 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including George Steinbrenner. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on July 13, 2010 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 9 June 2026.
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