Quotes by Kirk Kerkorian

About Kirk Kerkorian:

Kerkor "Kirk" Kerkorian is known for having been one of the important figures in the shaping of Las Vegas and, with architect Martin Stern, Jr. the "father of the mega-resort". He built the world's largest hotel in Las Vegas three times: the International Hotel (opened in 1969), the MGM Grand Hotel (1973) and the MGM Grand (1993).
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I do stay busy. I like new challenges.

Kirk Kerkorian

You have to ask a lot of questions and listen to people, but eventually, you have to go by your own instincts.

Kirk Kerkorian

I used to think that if I made $50,000 I'd be the happiest guy in the world.

Kirk Kerkorian

When you're a self-made man, you start very early in life. In my case it was at 9 years old when I started bringing income into the family. You get a drive that's a little different, maybe a little stronger, than somebody who inherited.

Kirk Kerkorian

I'm far from being reclusive. I have 30- or 40-year friendships that I prefer to meeting new people. I go to an occasional party, but just because I don't go to a lot of events, and I'm not out in public all the time doesn't mean I'm anti-social or a...

Kirk Kerkorian

Author Bio

  • NameKirk Kerkorian
  • DescriptionAmerican businessman
  • BornJune 6, 1917
  • DiedJune 15, 2015
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionAviator; Entrepreneur; Financier