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Sheldon Adelson

Chairman, Las Vegas Sands
AGE: 75

At an age where many people are playing penny slots, Adelson built a gambling resort in Macao. Adelson suffers from a rare neurological disorder and uses a cane and scooter to get around. Still, he visits his properties, including casinos in Pennsylvania and five new hotels in Macao.

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