Lars Larson Net Worth
Lars Larsson net worth is an astronomically high figure who has amassed an enormous fortune through his radio show hosting career and investments in real estate as well as owning multiple luxury vehicles. Lars Larson believes in hard work and perseverance – two traits which helped him amass wealth.
He founded JYSK, a retail chain offering bedding and home decor products.
Early Life and Education
Lars Larsen is the founder of JYSK, an international retail company selling bedding and home furnishings with more than 2,800 stores around the world. In addition, his philanthropic efforts have made a substantial impactful difference within communities worldwide.
Lars first began broadcasting at 16 at Tillamook’s KTIL radio station under Mildred Davy and eventually moved on to Eugene-based KWAX radio. Lars briefly attended University of Oregon but dropped out after just one year to focus on radio and television broadcasting instead.
In 1980, Lars Larson moved from KPTV in Los Angeles to Portland-based station KXL where he hosted Northwest Reports until 1996 before returning back to KPTV as news anchor until 1998. Since 1998 he has hosted his Lars Larson National Show on Westwood One Radio Network from his flagship station KXL in Portland.
Professional Career
Lars began his radio broadcast career at Tillamook’s KTIL before transitioning to Portland-based KXL radio as afternoon news director in 1980 and KVAL TV’s Eugene anchor of its 10 o’clock newscasts for 10 o’clock news updates at 10 pm each day.
In 1992, he created Northwest Reports as a weekly program with regional investigative content that won a regional Emmy award.
Lars currently hosts his radio program on Westwood One Radio Network and can be heard nationally. With Tina as co-host, this show has garnered him many accolades including awards from Associated Press, Society of Professional Journalists and National Press Club. Furthermore, Lars has appeared on popular shows such as O’Reilly Factor, Larry King Live and Fox and Friends to mention a few.
Achievement and Honors
Lars Larsen is an award-winning American journalist. Additionally, he owns Jysk retail store chain with over 2,800 locations worldwide and participates in several charitable initiatives.
Beginning his broadcasting career at 16 with Tillamook-based KTIL in Oregon and later Eugene-based KWAX in Eugene, Oregon. Additionally he attended University of Oregon before leaving to work in radio and television instead.
In 1997, Larson launched his own local show on Portland flagship station KXL before joining Westwood One Radio Network nationally. Since then he has won more than 70 awards from organizations like Associated Press and Society of Professional Journalists; additionally appearing on national programs like OReilly Factor, Larry King Live and Fox and Friends.
Personal Life
Lars was an astute businessman who amassed wealth through JYSK retail store chain and its stores. Additionally, he was known to donate generously to charitable organizations and causes throughout his lifetime.
Lars Larson was married to Krissy Tatum and had two daughters named Jordyn and Mira. He loved his family dearly and enjoyed spending time with them as much as mushroom hunting, camping trips with Colt the beloved dog, using his Traeger smoker and driving his Jeep were activities he greatly enjoyed.
Lars Larson worked in TV and radio broadcasting from the 1970s to 1990s, including news director stints at KTIL in Tillamook, KXL in Portland and KBDF in Eugene. Today he hosts The Lars Larson Show from Portland; it airs both locally on Radio Northwest network as well as nationally through Compass Media Networks, discussing both local and national issues.
Personal Life
Lars Larson was widely-respected within the business community. He believed hard work and perseverance were the keys to achieving success, as well as giving back to society through charitable endeavors.
Lars Larsen was the founder of JYSK, a retail chain offering bed linens and mattresses, with stores across 37 countries worldwide. Known for his hands-on approach to management and devotion to his business venture, Lars Larsen made JYSK famous through his tireless commitment.
Lars has been married twice and had two daughters. Currently he and Tina live on an acre and a half in Vancouver, Washington with their Scotty dogs Bordie and Merlo as well as growing more vegetables than they can consume from their summer garden. Additionally they enjoy exploring all corners of the Northwest together.
