David Thomson

Born on June 12, 1957, in Toronto, Ontario, David Thomson inherited his family's vast fortune and business interests, primarily through Thomson Corporation (now Thomson Reuters). As the chairman of Thomson Reuters, Thomson played a pivotal role in shaping the company's expansion and dominance in financial data and information services. Beyond his business acumen, he is known for his extensive investments in various sectors, including telecommunications, real estate, and sports. As a dedicated philanthropist, Thomson has supported numerous cultural and educational initiatives, reflecting his commitment to community development and societal advancement. His leadership in media and finance has solidified his reputation as one of Canada's wealthiest individuals and a significant figure in the global business landscape.

David Thomson's early life laid the groundwork for his leadership in the media and business sectors, guided by a legacy of entrepreneurship and philanthropy within the Thomson family.

• Son of Kenneth Thomson, the 2nd Baron Thomson of Fleet, and his wife Nora Marilyn Lavis.
• Heir to the Thomson family fortune, which originated from his grandfather Roy Thomson's establishment of Thomson Corporation, a major media conglomerate.
• Attended Upper Canada College in Toronto for his secondary education.
• Inherited the Thomson business empire upon his father's passing in 2006, becoming the 3rd Baron Thomson of Fleet.
• Became actively involved in managing Thomson Corporation (later Thomson Reuters), expanding its influence in media and financial information services.
• Known for his involvement in philanthropy, supporting various cultural, educational, and healthcare initiatives in Canada and globally.

David Thomson values his privacy, and specific details about his family life, including his children, are generally not publicly available.

• His father: Kenneth Thomson, 2nd Baron Thomson of Fleet, who was a prominent Canadian businessman and art collector.
• His mother, Nora Marilyn Lavis Thomson. Has siblings, including his brother, Peter Thomson.
• Thomson has seven children with four different mothers. From his first marriage to Mary Lou La Prairie, he has two daughters: Thyra Nicole and Tessa Lys. With his second wife, Laurie Ludwick, he has a son, Benjamin, who was born after their separation.
• With actress Kelly Rowan, he has a daughter, Braelyn, also born after their relationship ended. With his partner Severine Nackers, a former Sotheby's employee, he has three daughters: Ottilie, born in 2015, Elodie, born in 2018, and Idalie, born in 2021.
• Comes from a wealthy and influential family with deep ties to business, media, and philanthropy in Canada.