Early Life and Education of Barry Diller: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Barry Diller, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Barry Diller is a prominent American businessman, currently serving as chairman and senior executive of both IAC and Expedia Group. He is recognized for his pivotal role in establishing the Fox Broadcasting Company in collaboration with Rupert Murdoch, and for founding USA Broadcasting. Diller's contributions to the television industry have been acknowledged with his induction into the Television Hall of Fame in 1994, solidifying his legacy as a key figure in media and entertainment.

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February 2, 1942: Birth of Barry Diller

On February 2, 1942, Barry Charles Diller was born. He is an American businessman who is chairman and senior executive of IAC and Expedia Group and founded the Fox Broadcasting Company with Rupert Murdoch and USA Broadcasting.

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2001: Diller's bisexuality

In 2001, New York wrote that Diller is "often referred to as bisexual", stating that he has "lived most of his adult life as a more or less openly gay man", but also that his relationship with Diane von Fürstenberg "is said to be a warm and genuine one".

2007: Opening of the IAC Building

In 2007, the new headquarters for IAC/InterActiveCorp, the IAC Building, designed by Frank Gehry, opened in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood.

May 2012: Described as a "second generation Austrian Jewish kid"

In May 2012, New York magazine described Barry Diller as a "second generation Austrian Jewish kid".

2012: Diller supports Obama's reelection

In 2012, Diller stated his support for Barack Obama's reelection campaign despite misgivings with aspects of the Obama administration's record, and expressed his approval of then-Mayor of New York City Michael Bloomberg.

2015: Diller criticizes Donald Trump

In 2015, Diller criticized Republican candidate Donald Trump's impact on political discourse and said he would leave the country if he was elected.

October 2019: $4.2 billion fortune in technology companies

In October 2019, Barry Diller had a $4.2 billion fortune in technology companies, after investing early on in companies such as Match.com and Vimeo.

June 2020: Net Worth

As of June 2020, Barry Diller's estimated net worth was $4.2 billion.

2020: Diller expresses reservations over Elizabeth Warren

During the 2020 Democratic primary, Diller expressed reservations over Elizabeth Warren, but stated he would support her over Trump if she was nominated.

2024: Diller calls for Biden to end his bid for re-election

In 2024, Diller was among those who called for U.S. President Joe Biden to end his bid for re-election after his poor debate performance and other disconcerting signs on the campaign trail. Diller along with fellow billionaire Reid Hoffman said that Kamala Harris should replace FTC chair Lina Khan in a potential Harris administration.

2025: Diller's memoir Who Knew

In 2025, New York published an excerpt from Diller's upcoming memoir entitled Who Knew. In it, Diller describes his marriage with von Fürstenberg and confirmed that he has a history of being a gay man.