Established in 1920, the Chicago Bears is an American football team competing in the National Football League. Based in Chicago, the Bears play in the NFC North Division of the league.
The Bears were originally established as the Decatur Staleys in 1920. The following year, they moved to Chicago and were renamed the Chicago Staleys in 1921. In 1922, they adopted the name the Chicago Bears, which remains their name today. The team was initially owned by A. E. Staley from 1920 to 1921, followed by co-ownership by George Halas and Edward Sternaman from 1920 to 1931. George Halas became the sole owner from 1931 until his passing in 1983. After Halas's death, his daughter, Virginia Halas McCaskey, inherited ownership of the team.
As of July 2024, nine league championship victories are associated with the Bears. This includes eight NFL championships from before the 1970 AFL–-NFL merger and one Super Bowl (XX) championship. Additionally, the team has secured four conference championships and 19 division championships.
Who owns the Chicago Bears?
Virginia Halas McCaskey is the current owner of the Bears. She claimed ownership of the team in 1983 after her father, George Halas passed away.
Hailing from Chicago, Illinois, McCaskey was born to parents George Halas and Minnie Bushing Halas on January 5, 1923, which makes her 101 years old as of July 2024. After finishing high school, she attended Drexel University, where she majored in business management. Since 1983, Virginia Halas McCaskey has served as the principal owner and corporate secretary of the Chicago Bears.
McCaskey is the oldest owner in all major league sports and the longest-tenured owner in the NFL. However, there is no additional information available about her other business endeavors.
Speaking of her personal life, McCaskey got married in 1943 to Ed McCaskey and they have eleven children.
Chicago Bears Owner Net Worth
According to Forbes, McCaskey has an estimated net worth of $1.3 billion as of July 2024.
FAQ's On Chicago Bears Owner
A. The Chicago Bears are headquartered in Halas Hall Lake Forest, Illinois.
A. As of July 2023, Kevin Warren (2023–present) is the president of the Chicago Bears.
A. Yes, the Chicago Bears won Super Bowl XX in 1985.
A. The Chicago Bears are also known as "Da Bears" and "The Monsters of the Midway.
