born 1940
Stephen M. Ross is an American real estate developer and investor, best known as the founder and chairman of Related Companies, a major real estate firm based in New York City. He is recognized for his significant contributions to urban development, including the redevelopment of the Hudson Yards project in Manhattan, one of the largest private real estate developments in U.S. history. Additionally, Ross is known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in education and sports, including his ownership of the NFL's Miami Dolphins.