Ben Hill Griffin Jr.
Clash Royale CLAN TAG #URR8PPP Ben Hill Griffin Jr. Born ( 1910-10-20 ) October 20, 1910 Tiger Bay, Florida Died March 1, 1990 (1990-03-01) (aged 79) Avon Park, Florida Nationality United States Alma mater University of Florida Known for Businessman Citrus Grower Politician Philanthropist Spouse(s) Laura Frances Pearce Eleanor Frances Wise Ben Hill Griffin Jr. (October 20, 1910 – March 1, 1990) was a prominent American businessman, citrus producer, politician, and philanthropist who was a native and resident of Florida. He was an alumnus of the University of Florida, a former legislator, one-time candidate for governor, and a patron of college sports and higher education in Florida. Several of his grandchildren remain active in Florida politics. Griffin is the subject of the final chapter of John McPhee's work of creative nonfiction 'Oranges'. Contents 1 Early life and education 2 Citrus and agri-business 3 Florida politics 4 Philanthropy 5 Family and legac...