J. R. Simplot 1909-2008
A billionaire Idaho industrialist who transformed global agriculture. He perfected the commercial frozen french fry, striking a massively lucrative, lifelong handshake deal with McDonald's founder Ray Kroc.
Biographical Overview
- Lived from 1909 to 2008
- Born: Jan 9, 1909, Dubuque, IA
- Died: May 25, 2008, Boise, ID
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Last updated: 2026-09-30