Former Liverpool Co-Owner Tom Hicks Passes Away at 79

Overview of Hicks’ Legacy

Tom Hicks, a former co-owner of Liverpool Football Club, has died at the age of 79. The Texas native, who co-owned the club alongside George Gillett from 2007 until 2010, passed away at his home in Dallas, surrounded by loved ones.

Family Statement on His Life

In a heartfelt statement issued by his six children, it was noted, “Of all the achievements in his extraordinary life, the title he treasured most was ‘Dad’. Regardless of the challenges he encountered, he remained generous and deeply devoted to his family. He continues to inspire us, and we feel privileged to carry forward his legacy. While we are heartbroken by his passing, our gratitude for being his children is immense.”

Ownership Era at Liverpool

Hicks and Gillett faced significant public dissent during their tenure at Liverpool, accruing debts estimated at £237 million. They struggled to fulfill commitments to upgrade Anfield or to build a new stadium. The pair ultimately sold Liverpool to Fenway Sports Group after experiencing financial difficulties.

Liverpool Football Club expressed condolences, stating, “We offer our heartfelt sympathies to the Hicks family and all of Tom’s friends during this sad time.”

Hicks’ Sports Ownership Beyond Football

In addition to his involvement with Liverpool, Hicks owned the NHL’s Dallas Stars from 1995 to 2011 and the MLB’s Texas Rangers from 1998 to 2010. Under his leadership, the Stars secured two consecutive Central Division titles from 1996 to 1998 and clinched the Stanley Cup in 1999. The Rangers won three American League West Division championships and were runners-up in the 2010 World Series.

Tom Hicks is survived by his wife, Cinda, with whom he shared 35 years of marriage.