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Beneficient announces death of Chairman Thomas O. Hicks at age 79
Beneficient
- Thomas O. Hicks passed away on December 6, 2025, at age 79; he was Chairman since July 2025.
- Hicks co-founded Hicks & Haas (1984) and Hicks Muse Tate & Furst (1989), private equity pioneer.
- He served on Beneficient Board since 2017 and was appointed Chairman in July 2025.
- Board and management committed to continuing the company's mission in his honor.