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Dave Portnoy

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Key facts

Full name David Scott Portnoy[1]
Birth date March 22, 1977[1]
Birthplace Swampscott, Massachusetts, USA[2]
Role Founder and owner of Barstool Sports[1]
Occupation Businessman and social media personality[1]
Known as “El Presidente”[3]

Dave Portnoy is an American businessman and social media personality who founded and owns Barstool Sports.

Context

Dave Portnoy is a prominent figure in sports media and popular culture. He is the founder and owner of Barstool Sports, a platform known for its sports and gambling commentary. Portnoy is also recognized for his public persona, “El Presidente,” and his notable pizza-review project, One Bite Pizza Reviews. His net worth is estimated to be between $100 million and $250 million, depending on the source and year [3].

Documented claims

  • Barstool Sports was founded in 2003 or 2004. [4]
  • Portnoy is known for his pizza reviews and other social-media content. [3]
  • He has a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Michigan. [3]

Questions and answers

Is Dave Portnoy a billionaire?

No, his net worth is estimated to be approximately $100 million or $250 million, depending on the source and year [3].

Why is Dave Portnoy so famous?

Portnoy is famous for founding Barstool Sports and his social media presence, including his pizza reviews and sports commentary [3].

Sources

  1. What to know about Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports — usatoday.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Dave Portnoy - Age, Bio, Family — famousbirthdays.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. Dave Portnoy: Bio And Career Highlights — boredpanda.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. Inside the stunning rise of Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy — dailymail.co.uk (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People