S. Robson Walton
S. Robson "Rob" Walton | |
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Walton in 2017 | |
| Born | October 27, 1944 Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S. |
| Education | University of Arkansas (BS) Columbia University (JD) |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | Walton family fortune |
| Title | Former chairman of Walmart (1992–2015) |
| Board member of | Walmart, Denver Broncos |
| Spouses |
Melani Lowman (m. 2005) |
| Children | 3, including Carrie |
| Parents |
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| Relatives | John T. Walton (brother) Jim Walton (brother) Alice Walton (sister) Kelly Rohrbach (niece-in-law) |
Samuel Robson "Rob" Walton (born October 27, 1944) is an American billionaire heir to the fortune of Walmart, the world's largest retailer. He is the eldest son of Helen Walton and Sam Walton, and was chairman of Walmart from 1992 to 2015. As of May 2025, Forbes estimated his net worth to be US$115.3 billion, making him the 13th richest person in the world. He is also the principal owner of the Denver Broncos.