From Actress to Owner: The Real Story Behind the 80s Star’s Wealth

Jami Gertz isn’t just known for her roles in classic movies like “The Lost Boys” and “Sixteen Candles. ” Behind the scenes, she built a fortune that rivals many in Hollywood. But her wealth didn’t come from acting alone. In 1989, she married Tony Ressler, a private equity investor with deep pockets. Together, they turned their combined skills into a business powerhouse. Their biggest move? Buying the Atlanta Hawks basketball team in 2015 for $720 million. Ressler’s net worth is over $10 billion, but Gertz made it clear in a past interview that she wasn’t just a beneficiary of his wealth. She pointed out that she was already financially independent when they met. In fact, she paid for their first home and vacation. Love, not money, brought them together.Today, the couple balances business with family life, raising four kids. Their success story breaks the usual Hollywood mold. Ressler handles the team’s behind-the-scenes operations, but Gertz plays a key role in areas he admittedly knows little about. She’s become the public face of the Atlanta Hawks, proving she’s more than just an actress. Beyond sports and business, they’ve also made a mark in charity. Recently, they donated $50 million to the new David Geffen Galleries at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. It’s a rare sight to see them on the red carpet, but when they do, their influence is undeniable.