Who is Los Angeles mayoral candidate Rick Caruso?

IN November 2022, residents of Los Angeles, California, will head to the polls to vote for a new mayor.

Among the candidates in the race is Rick Caruso, and now many want to know more about him.

GettyRick Caruso is a real estate developer in Los Angeles[/caption]

Who is Los Angeles mayoral candidate Rick Caruso?

Born January 7, 1959, Caruso, 63, is known as an American billionaire businessman.

Outside of politics, he is known as the founder and chief executive officer of Caruso, an American real-estate company.

Prior to his career, he obtained a bachelor’s degree in 1980 from the University of Southern California, and a law degree in 1983 from Pepperdine University, where he was later named Alumnus of the Year, according to his campaign bio.

Caruso is also known for donating over $130million to various charitable causes.

During his campaign for mayor, Caruso has focused on homelessness, crime, and corruption and has vowed to “fix LA” if elected.

Is Rick Caruso married?

When Caruso is not in the office, he can typically be found at home with his wife Tina Caruso.

The couple has reportedly been married for 35 years and is also the parents of four children, Alex, Gregory, Justin, and Gianna.

Justin is famously known today as an American DJ and record producer based in Los Angeles, while Gianna followed in her father’s footsteps and became the CEO and founder of GiGi Bikinis, a luxury swim, activewear, and loungewear store.

Greg also established a career in the entertainment industry and works today as a producer and director.

Despite a high-profile family, Alex tends to stay out of the spotlight as not much information is available on him.

GettyRick is married to Tina Caruso[/caption]

What is Rick Caruso’s net worth?

Due to Caruso’s successful career, he has been able to amass an extensive net worth over the years.

As of March 2022, Caruso is estimated to have a net worth of $4.3billion, according to Forbes.

This fortune comes from his career as a real estate developer.

Caruso is responsible for building some of the country’s most successful shopping centers, including The Grove, The Americana, and Palisades Village.