Henry R. Kravis

Henry R. Kravis

Co-Chairman and Co-CEO
KKR

Henry R. Kravis (born January 6, 1944) is an American businessman, investor, and philanthropist. He is the co-founder of KKR & Co. Inc.

Kravis is a Republican who has supported a variety of causes and made significant donations to both parties, including a contribution of $1 million to Donald Trump's presidential inauguration. His lavish lifestyle has been criticized by activists looking to reform private equity regulations and restrict the practice of leveraged buyouts he pioneered. His buyout of RJR Nabisco was portrayed in the 1989 book and 1993 film Barbarians at the Gate.