Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has shared his journey with cancer on social media. In a video shared with other Barstool personalities, he confirmed that he had been diagnosed with cancer but was grateful that it was not a serious case. Portnoy founded the company as a sports pamphlet in Boston in 2004 and over the years, it grew into a major player in sports media through podcasting, social media, and video content.
In 2016, The Chernin Group purchased Barstool and later sold it to PENN Entertainment for over $400 million in 2020. Just six months after the sale, Portnoy bought back the company from PENN for only $1. His resilience in overcoming cancer and his business dealings highlight his determination and success in the media industry.
