Who Owns the Carolina Panthers
The Carolina Panthers are owned by a group led by David Tepper, a hedge fund manager and philanthropist. He became the principal owner after purchasing the team in 2018 from Jerry Richardson. Tepper's investment group controls the franchise and its business operations.
History of the Ownership
Jerry Richardson co-founded the Panthers in 1995 as an expansion team and served as the controlling owner for over two decades. Following an investigation into workplace conduct allegations, Richardson agreed to sell the team. The NFL approved the sale to David Tepper in 2018, making him the sole controlling owner.
David Tepper and the Panthers
David Tepper is the founder of Appaloosa Management, a prominent hedge fund. He acquired the Panthers with the goal of building a long-term competitive franchise. Under his ownership, the team continues to operate from its headquarters and training facilities in Charlotte, North Carolina.
For more details on the franchise and its ownership, visit the official Carolina Panthers official website.
