Barry Hearn

Biography

Barry Hearn is a renowned English sports promoter and entrepreneur, best known for founding and leading Matchroom Sport, a promotions company involved in various sports including snooker, darts, and golf. He previously served as chairman of the Professional Darts Corporation and the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association. A successful businessman, Hearn stepped down from most roles in April 2021, with his son Eddie taking over, due to health issues.