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    Dave Thomas (businessman)

    Founder of Wendy's

    This article is about the American fast food owner. For other people with a similar name, see David Thomas.

    Dave Thomas

    Thomas in 1999

    Born

    Rex David Thomas


    (1932-07-02)July 2, 1932

    Atlantic City, New Jersey, US

    DiedJanuary 8, 2002(2002-01-08) (aged 69)

    Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US

    Resting placeUnion Cemetery
    Columbus, Ohio, US
    Occupation(s)Businessman, philanthropist
    Years active1953–2002
    Known forFounder of Wendy's
    SpouseLorraine
    Children5, including Wendy

    Rex David Thomas (July 2, 1932 – January 8, 2002) was an American businessman, philanthropist, and fast-food tycoon who was the founder and chief executive officer of Wendy's, a fast-food restaurant chain specializing in hamburgers.[1][2] In this role, Thomas appeared in more than 800 commercial advertisements for the chain from 1989 to 2002,[3] more than any other comp