Larry Stewart Made His Fortune in Cable Television and Long-Distance Service

Larry Stewart, remembered as the Secret Santa for his tradition of giving out money to strangers, made a fortune in Long-distance phone service and cable television, and went on to give over a milllion dollars of that money to folks he met on the street, earning him his secret santa nickname.

Two years ago Stewart passed away unexpectedly at the age of 58, but will be long remembered for his generosity that captured the true spirit of this holiday season. He started his tradition in 1979 of giving money to strangers, and continued until his passing. Hopefully others will remember him by continuing the tradition!

Larry Stewart Made His Fortune in Cable Television and Long-Distance Service
boston.com

Stewart, who spent 26 years giving a total $1.3 million, gained international attention in November when he revealed himself as Secret Santa. He was diagnosed in April with cancer and said he wanted to use his celebrity to inspire other people to take random kindness seriously. "That's what we're here for," Mr. Stewart said in a November interview, "to help other people out..." Mr. Stewart, from the Kansas City suburb of Lee's Summit, made his millions in cable television and long-distance telephone service....

Larry Stewart Made His Fortune in Cable Television and Long-Distance Service