Johnny Hatten Buss (born October 18, 1956) is part-owner and vice president of strategic development of the Los Angeles Lakers in the

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(NBA). He previously held positions as president of the

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professional indoor soccer team and the

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professional women's basketball team. He is the oldest son of former Lakers owner

Jerry Buss Gerald Hatten Buss (January 27, 1933 – February 18, 2013) was an American businessman, investor, chemist, and philanthropist. He was the majority owner of the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association (NBA), winning 10 l ...

. After Jerry died in 2013, his 66% controlling ownership of the Lakers passed to his six children via a trust, with each child receiving an equal interest.

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{{DEFAULTSORT:Buss, Johnny 1956 births Living people Los Angeles Lakers executives Los Angeles Lakers owners