Childhood and Education Journey of Steve Witkoff in Timeline
How education and upbringing influenced the life of Steve Witkoff. A timeline of key moments.
Steven Charles Witkoff is an American billionaire real estate investor, lawyer, and diplomat currently serving as the United States Special Envoy to the Middle East. He is the founder and chairman of the Witkoff Group. Witkoff started as a real estate attorney before moving into property investment and development. His portfolio includes significant properties such as the Daily News Building, Woolworth Building, 33 Maiden Lane, and the Park Lane Hotel in Manhattan. He also maintains substantial business connections in the Middle East.
March 15, 1957: Steven Witkoff Born
On March 15, 1957, Steven Charles Witkoff was born. He later became a billionaire real estate investor, lawyer, and diplomat.
1980: Earned B.A. from Hofstra University
In 1980, Witkoff earned a B.A. from Hofstra University.
1983: Graduated from Hofstra Law School
In 1983, Witkoff graduated with a J.D. from Hofstra Law School.
1985: Co-founded Stellar Management
In 1985, Witkoff co-founded Stellar Management with Larry Gluck, transitioning from law to real estate ownership and management.
1987: Married Lauren Jill Rappoport
In 1987, Witkoff married Lauren Jill Rappoport.
1995: Expanded into Lower Manhattan
In 1995, Witkoff expanded his real estate portfolio into lower Manhattan, buying several inexpensive office buildings.
1996: Secured financing for 33 Maiden Lane
In 1996, Witkoff secured financing from Credit Suisse First Boston for the purchase of 33 Maiden Lane.
1997: Founded Witkoff Group
In 1997, Witkoff left Stellar Management and founded the Witkoff Group, expanding into residential construction and rehab.
October 1998: Canceled IPO and Dissolved Partnership
In October 1998, Witkoff's company's planned IPO was canceled and he dissolved his partnership with Gluck, with Witkoff taking the office buildings.
2011: Son Andrew Died of Overdose
In 2011, Witkoff's 22-year-old son Andrew died of an OxyContin overdose.
2020: Member of Great American Economic Revival Industry Groups
In 2020, during Donald Trump's first presidency, Witkoff became a member of the Great American Economic Revival Industry Groups to address the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
July 2024: Spoke at Republican National Convention
In July 2024, Witkoff gave a speech on night four of the Republican National Convention.
September 15, 2024: Assassination Attempt on Trump While Playing Golf with Witkoff
On September 15, 2024, while Witkoff was playing golf with Trump, an assassination attempt occurred at Trump International Golf Club.
