Meet Jody Allen, the billionaire owner of the Seattle Seahawks, who plans to sell the team and donate the proceeds to charity.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Angelo, Jake 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Jody Allen, the billionaire owner of the Seattle Seahawks, following the team's Super Bowl LX victory over the New England Patriots. Reports suggest that the Seahawks may be up for sale, as stipulated in the will of her late brother, Paul Allen, who left behind a significant fortune intended to fund charitable foundations. Jody Allen, who has maintained a low profile while overseeing philanthropic efforts exceeding $1 billion, is also the chair of the Portland Trail Blazers and has been involved in various charitable initiatives, particularly in the Pacific Northwest. Despite speculation about the sale of the Seahawks, she emphasizes her commitment to winning and the ongoing management of the teams. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Fortune.com. 2026/02, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:191502152
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