Robert Earl Bio | Wiki
Robert Earl is an English-American businessman. He is the founder and CEO of Planet Hollywood and Chairman of the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Robert is also the host of Robert Earl’s Be My Guest television program which airs weekly on the Cooking Channel.
After joining the Hard Rock Cafe board, he was tasked to undertake its purchase. After quickly becoming the brand’s CEO, Robert grew Hard Rock from 7 to 22 units in just 5 years, resulting in the eventual sale of the brand to Rank Group. He was also a director of Pelican Group PLC, which owns the Café Rouge, Dôme, and Mamma Amalfi brands. leaving the company after its sale to Whitbread PLC.
Robert Earl Age
Robert was born on May 29, 1951, in Hendon, United Kingdom. He is 71 years old.
Robert Earl Height
He is a man of average stature and stands at a height of 5 ft 7 in (Approx. 1.70 m).
Robert Earl Family
He was born and raised Robert Ian Leigh in Hendon, the United Kingdom by his father Robert Earl, and his mother. Robert’s father is a British entertainer. He holds an English-American nationality and belongs to mixed ethnicity.
Robert Earl Wife
Robert is married to his beautiful wife Tricia. Together, the couple shares three children
Beth, Cara, and Robbie. They live in Orlando, Florida.
Robert Earl Education
He attended the local school, but also traveled around a great deal in the UK, Europe, and the United States, following his father’s career. Robert graduated from the University of Surrey with an honors degree in Hotel and Catering Management. In 2012, he set up the Robert Scholarship, awarded each year to 14 students across the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, worth up to £2,500 each.
Robert Earl Planet Hollywood
In 1991, Robert founded Planet Hollywood, negotiating celebrity investments from Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bruce Willis, and partnerships including Demi Moore, and Sylvester Stallone. He has since bought it back from Chapter 11 bankruptcy twice, but he still owns a large amount of stock with original investors Schwarzenegger and Willis, alongside new Asian investors.
In June 2003, in partnership with Bay Harbour Management LC and Starwood, Robert purchased the Aladdin Resort and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip. It was relaunched as the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in 2007. In 2010, Robert sold the property to Caesars Entertainment but retained the brand’s license.
Robert Earl Restaurants
In 2004, he co-founded Earl of Sandwich, a series of sandwich shops, and opened the first location at Downtown Disney where he serves as the Chairman. In 2008, Robert acquired the casual dining company Buca di Beppo and its chain of 88 restaurants, which serve family-style Italian fare.
Earl, Chairman of Buca, has expanded the chain of Italian restaurants into new locations in both the US and internationally. In 2018, he acquired the Bertucci’s Company and its 59 locations, predominantly located in New England and the northeastern United States.
In 2018, Robert and Guy Fieri partnered to open a fried chicken fast-food chain called Chicken Guy! The first location opened at Disney Springs in Orlando, Florida. Additional locations have opened at FedEx Field, Levi’s Stadium, and the Aventura Mall in Aventura, Florida. In 2018, he launched Virtual Dining Concepts, a company centered around starting virtual kitchen businesses that are delivery only.
Robert Earl Net Worth
He earns his wealth from his career, therefore, he has amassed a fortune over the years. Robert’s estimated net worth is $200 million.
Who Is Robert Earl
Robert is an English-American businessman. He is the founder and CEO of Planet Hollywood and Chairman of the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Robert is also the host of Robert Earl’s Be My Guest television program which airs weekly on the Cooking Channel.