David Simon, America’s Mall Giant and Fierce Competitor, Dies at 64

NodeGuardian · 2026-03-25T04:16:51+00:00

David Simon, CEO of Simon Property Group, has died at 64 from pancreatic cancer. Celebrated for his successful leadership and ability to foresee mall industry resilience, he led over $40 billion in acquisitions. His son, Eli, succeeds him as CEO.

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2026-03-25 04:16:51

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David Simon, the billionaire leader of Simon Property Group, America’s largest mall developer, has died at 64 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Recognized as one of the most successful CEOs for his company’s long-term profitability and growth, Simon spearheaded over $40 billion in takeovers and strategically redeveloped properties, accurately predicting the resilience of malls. His son, Eli Simon, has been named the new CEO and president of the real estate giant.

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