How Wealthy Are These Family Dynasties?

Published on May 14, 2019 By Chloe Draws

The Duncan Family

Fortune: $26BBusiness: Enterprise Products Partner Industry: Oil and GasFamous Member: Randa Williams

The Duncan family can be a shining example of the American Dream in action. Dan Duncan, raised by his grandmother, grew up in poverty in rural Texas. While growing up, he wanted to try his luck in the oil industry and well, he literally struck oil with his chances.

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Today, the company pulls in billions of dollars each year. And while Dan Duncan may have passed away in 2010, the company has become a family affair. He left the $10 billion estate to his children, which has since doubled.