Larry Ellison

Larry Ellison is an American businessman and entrepreneur best known as the co-founder of Oracle Corporation.

Larry Ellison is an American businessman and entrepreneur best known as the co-founder of Oracle Corporation. He served as Oracle’s chief executive officer from 1977 to 2014 and later became its executive chairman and chief technology officer. He is also one of the world’s wealthiest people, with a net worth estimated by Forbes at about $201–203 billion in early 2026.

Early life and education

Larry Ellison was born in New York City on August 17, 1944. Public biographies identify him as an American businessman and entrepreneur.

Oracle Corporation

Ellison co-founded Software Development Laboratories in 1977, which later became Oracle Corporation. He helped build the company into a major enterprise software company. He served as Oracle’s CEO for 37 years until 2014, and currently serves as its executive chairman and chief technology officer.

Wealth and business holdings

Ellison is among the richest individuals in the world, with Forbes estimating his net worth at roughly US$201–203 billion in early 2026. His holdings include a large stake in Oracle and investments in Tesla, real estate, and media. He briefly ranked as the world’s richest person in September 2025 after Oracle’s share price rose.

Public profile

Ellison is widely known for his role in the software industry and for his high-profile lifestyle and investments. He has also been prominent in technology, finance, and media coverage because of Oracle’s growth and his personal wealth.