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Jensen Huang

Jensen Huang is a Taiwanese-born American business executive and electrical engineer best known as the co-founder, president, and chief executive officer of NVIDIA.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jensen Huang is a Taiwanese-born American business executive and electrical engineer best known as the co-founder, president, and chief executive officer of NVIDIA. He founded the company in 1993 and has led it since its inception as it grew into one of the world’s most valuable technology companies.

Early life and education

Huang was born in Taiwan and immigrated to the United States as a child. He studied electrical engineering at Oregon State University and Stanford University.

NVIDIA

In 1993, Huang co-founded NVIDIA with Chris Malachowsky and Curtis Priem and became its president and CEO. Under his leadership, the company became a major semiconductor and AI hardware company.

Personal life

Huang is married to Lori Huang. Public reporting also identifies two children, though this is not always included in formal biographies.

Wealth and recognition

Huang has appeared on wealth rankings during NVIDIA’s rise, with different publications reporting different estimates of his net worth based on share prices and methodology.

Key facts

  • Co-founded NVIDIA in 1993 with Chris Malachowsky and Curtis Priem.
  • Born in Taiwan on February 17, 1963.
  • Married to Lori Huang.
  • Public estimates of his net worth vary widely depending on source and market conditions.
  • Led NVIDIA to become a major semiconductor and AI hardware company.
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Canadian context

NVIDIA is a major supplier of graphics and AI chips used in Canadian universities, businesses, and consumer technology, so Huang is widely relevant to Canadian readers interested in the global tech sector.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jensen Huang?
Jensen Huang is the co-founder, president, and CEO of NVIDIA, and an electrical engineer and business executive.
How old is Jensen Huang?
He was born on February 17, 1963, so he is 63 years old in 2026.
What is Jensen Huang's net worth?
Published estimates vary; one recent Business Insider report cited Forbes at about US$165.4 billion, while other rankings have placed him differently depending on stock prices and timing.
Is Jensen Huang married?
Yes. Business Insider reports that he is married to Lori Huang.
What company does Jensen Huang run?
He runs NVIDIA, where he has served as president and CEO since its founding in 1993.
Where was Jensen Huang born?
Major biographies identify him as being born in Taiwan, most commonly in Tainan, Taiwan.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jensen_Huang
    Supports: Birth date, Taiwanese and American identity, NVIDIA leadership, and birthplace listed in the infobox.
  2. Computer History Museum — https://computerhistory.org/profile/jensen-huang/
    Supports: Founder, president, and CEO of NVIDIA; born in 1963 in Taiwan; education and founding details.
  3. NVIDIA — https://www.nvidia.com/en-eu/about-nvidia/governance/management-team/jensen-huang/
    Supports: Founded NVIDIA in 1993 and has served as president and CEO since inception.
  4. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/money/Jensen-Huang
    Supports: Born February 17, 1963 in Tainan, Taiwan; Taiwanese-born American entrepreneur; age.
  5. NVIDIA — https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/about-nvidia/board-of-directors/jensen-huang/
    Supports: Leadership role, education, and prior work experience.
  6. Business Insider — https://www.businessinsider.com/jensen-huang
    Supports: Marriage to Lori Huang and net worth estimate cited from Forbes.