Warren Edward Buffett, a renowned entrepreneur and investor, was born on August 30, 1930, in the city of Omaha. From a young age, Buffett developed a keen interest in business and investing, which would eventually shape his career. He entered the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 1947, but later transferred to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where he graduated at the age of 19.
Buffett's academic pursuits continued at Columbia University, where he refined his investment philosophy under the guidance of Benjamin Graham's value investing concept. He further solidified his economics background by attending the New York Institute of Finance. This expertise led to the formation of various business partnerships, including one with Graham.
Buffett's professional journey took a significant turn when he met Charlie Munger, and together they established the Buffett Partnership. The partnership would eventually acquire Berkshire Hathaway, a textile manufacturing firm, and assume its name to create a diversified holding company.
In addition to his business endeavors, Buffett has also made a splash in the entertainment industry. He has appeared in several films, including "Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps" (2010),"The Billionaires' Pledge" (2012),and "The Berkshire Apprentice" (2016). Moreover, HBO created a documentary, "Becoming Warren Buffett," (January 2017),which provides an in-depth look at the life and career of the "Oracle of Omaha." The documentary features Buffett as the narrator and includes interviews with individuals close to him, including his sisters, children, Berkshire Vice Chairman Charlie Munger, and philanthropists Bill and Melinda Gates.
The documentary was directed by Peter Kunhardt, who has previously worked on films about President Richard Nixon and media mogul Oprah Winfrey. The documentary provides a fresh perspective on Buffett's life and career, and offers a unique glimpse into the world of one of the most successful investors in history.
