History of Michael Burry in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 26, 2026

Michael Burry is an American investor and former hedge fund manager. He is best known for predicting and profiting from the 2008 subprime mortgage crisis, as chronicled in the book and film *The Big Short*. He founded Scion Capital (later Scion Asset Management). After shutting down Scion Asset Management in 2025, Burry launched the Substack newsletter Cassandra Unchained.

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June 19, 1971: Michael Burry's Birth

On June 19, 1971, Michael James Burry was born. He is an American investor, hedge fund manager, and licensed physician.

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1990: Inspiration for Scion Capital's Name

In 1990, Terry Brooks' novel "The Scions of Shannara" was published, later inspiring Michael Burry to name his hedge fund Scion Capital after it.

1997: Burry Earns MD Degree

In 1997, Michael Burry earned his MD degree from the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (VUSM).

February 21, 2000: Burry takes a short position in Amazon

On February 21, 2000, it was reported that Burry took a short position in Amazon, which was later reported in the SF Chronicle.

November 2000: Burry founds Scion Capital

In November 2000, after shutting down his website, Michael Burry started the hedge fund Scion Capital, funded by an inheritance and loans from his family.

November 24, 2025: Announcement of Cassandra Unchained Newsletter

On November 24, 2025, Michael Burry announced the launch of his newsletter, Cassandra Unchained, with an annual fee of $379, which would detail his fears about an AI bubble related to his short positions in Nvidia and Palantir.

2025: Burry Touts Amazon Short Position

In 2025, Michael Burry touted his short position in Amazon from February 21, 2000, when announcing a newsletter to lay out his AI bubble fears.

2025: Burry takes short positions in Nvidia and Palantir

In 2025, Michael Burry's 13-F filings revealed short positions in Nvidia and Palantir, sparking public interest. Burry posted on X, alluding to the idea of an "AI Bubble". Burry also withdrew Scion Asset Management from the SEC's registration, effectively closing down his fund.