| Real Name/Full Name | Gayle Marie LaJaunie Bird Benson |
| Nick Name/Celebrated Name: | Gayle Benson |
| Birth Place: | New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. |
| Date Of Birth/Birthday: | 26 January 1947 |
| Age/How Old: | 77 years old |
| Height/How Tall: | In Centimetres – 162 cm In Feet and Inches – 5′ 4″ |
| Weight: | In Kilograms – 60 Kg In Pounds – 133 lbs |
| Eye Color: | Brown |
| Hair Color: | Black |
| Parents Name: | Father – Francis J. LaJaunie Mother – Marie LaJaunie |
| Siblings: | Brenda and Wayne LaJaunie |
| School: | Holy name of Mary School |
| College: | Martin Behrman High School |
| Religion: | Catholic |
| Nationality: | American |
| Zodiac Sign: | Aquarius |
| Gender: | Female |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Marital Status: | Widow |
| Boyfriend: | Nace Anthony Salomone |
| Husband/Spouse Name: | Tom Benson (m. 2004–2018), Thomas Bird (m. 1977–1987) |
| Kids/Children Name: | Tootsie Benson, Robert Carter Benson. |
| Profession: | Businesswoman and sports franchise owner |
| Net Worth: | $4 billion |
| Last Updated: | April 2024 |
Gayle Benson is a billionaire, businesswoman, and the chief owner of ‘New Orleans Saints’ of the ‘National Football League’ and ‘New Orleans Pelicans’ of ‘National Basketball Association.’ She is the first woman to share a majority stakeholder in both ‘NFL and NBA Franchise.’
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Biography and Early Life
She was born on the 26th of January to the couple Francis J. LaJaunie and Marie Folse LaJaunie. Growing up in Algiers, New Orleans, she was uncertain of her career. Although there has been no information about her hobbies, she was interested in fashion, architecture, and designs. Thus, we can say that she turned into a billionaire after having no resources or big names under her belt, and she is a self made businesswoman.
Age, Height, Weight & Body Measurement
So, how old is Gayle Benson in 2024 and what is her height and weight? Well, Gayle Benson’s age is 77 years old as of today’s date 16th April 2024 having been born on 26 January 1947. Though, she is 5′ 4″ in feet and inches and 162 cm in Centimetres tall, she weighs about 133 lbs in Pound and 60 kg in Kilograms. Her eye color is Brown and hair color is Black.
Education
She switched to several high schools when she was in her schooling age. First, she attended St. Joseph high school, then St. Anthony and the Holy Name of Mary Schools. She was probably good in grades. Not much has been mentioned about her activities while pursuing graduation or be it in school. She graduated from Martin Behrman High School in the year 1966.
Personal Life: Dating, Boyfriends, Husband, Kids
Benson is a highly active and enthusiastic woman. She has been married three times as of now. Her first husband was ‘Nace Anthony Salomone’, which was from 1967 to 1972(5 Years). The second one was with ‘Thomas Bird.’ They got married in ‘South Pass, Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana.’ They got divorced in the year 1987.
Her last marriage was with ‘Tom Benson.’ Both of them met at St. Louis Cathedral while she was attending a mass. They got hitched on October 29, 2004, in San Antonio. After ten years, in 2014, the couple commemorated their marriage anniversary in St. Louis Cathedral.
Is Gayle Benson Lesbian?
No, Gayle is not a lesbian. She has had three husbands till now. So, there is no information about her being a lesbian.
Professional Career
Gayle Benson’s career started as a receptionist and managing secretarial positions. Meanwhile, she was involved in the work and business of her second husband. She launched an interior design business at that point named ‘Gayle Bird Interiors.’
Her marriage with Tom gave her a wide range of opportunities to show her talents. After his death, Gayle became the sole owner of NFL and NBA teams. Although according to sources, tom was thinking of giving his stock shares to his daughter Renee Benson, grandson Ryan Benson LeBlanc, and granddaughter Rita Benson LeBlanc. But his stakes passed on to his wife, Gayle Benson. Apart from this, Gayle also had a major share in ‘Dixie Brewing Co.’ However, the brewing plant was damaged after ‘hurricane Katrina,’ and the plant was closed.
Awards
She, with her husband Tom, did very noticeable charity work in various places. In 2012, they were awarded the ‘Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice’ Award by ‘Pope Benedict XVI.’ It is given for the service they provide for Catholic Church.
Net Worth, Salary & Earnings of Gayle Benson in 2024
The widow of Tom Benson, Gayle, has a net worth of $4 Billion as of 2024. On the ‘Forbes 400’ 2020 List, she is in the 249th position. She was one of the ‘the richest people in every state in 2019.
Some Interesting Facts You Need To Know
Following are some interesting facts about Gayle Benson:
- The Benson Family donated $20 million for cancer care and research.
- The couple donated $5 Million to Jesuit High School in February 2019. In the next month, they donated $3.5 Million to ‘Second Harves.’
Being one of the former women to own basketball and football sports teams, Gayle is a really enthusiastic and hardworking lady as per her profession is concerned. She has had ups and downs in her marriage, no doubt, but her smile makes it difficult to believe. She is a pure businesswoman in her heart, and she carries off her work with grace.
CONGRATULATIONS TO GAYLE AND NACE I DONT KNOW THEM BUT IN MY OPINION THEY MAKE A NATURAL LOVING COUPLE . FULL SPEED AHEAD FROM AN OLD PECON. JOHN.