| Birth Day | February 09, 1940 |
| Birth Place | Munich, Germany, Germany |
| Age | 83 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Pisces |
| Alma mater | Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich |
| Occupation | Publisher |
| Known for | Hubert Burda Media CEO |
| Spouse(s) | Christa Maar (de) (1967–1972) Maria Furtwängler (1991–present) |
| Children | Felix (c.1967–2001) Jacob (born 1990) Elisabeth (born 1992) |
| Parent(s) | Aenne Burda Franz Burda I |
| Website | hubertburda.de |
Hubert Burda, a prominent figure in the media industry in Germany, is projected to have a net worth of $4.1 billion in 2024. With a successful career spanning several decades, Burda has become a well-respected media mogul. As the chairman and CEO of Hubert Burda Media, he has played a crucial role in expanding the company's reach and influence in the digital age. Known for his entrepreneurial spirit and innovative approach, Burda has guided the company through significant transformations, allowing it to thrive in an ever-evolving media landscape. His substantial wealth is a testament to his achievements and influence in the industry.
He is President of the Verband Deutscher Zeitschriftenverleger (the Association of German magazine publishers) and cofounder of the European Publishers Council (EPC) as well as a council member of the World Economic Forum (WEF). His commitment to cultural endeavours includes the Hermann Lenz Award for German lyrics, formerly the Petrarca Prize, which was first awarded in 1975.
Burda married Maria Furtwängler in 1991. They have two children, Jakob (born 1990) and Elisabeth (born 1992).
Through his active involvement in Partners in Tolerance, Burda supports Steven Spielberg's Shoah Foundation. In October 1999, he received the Interfaith Gold Medallion from the International Council of Christians and Jews for his services to German–Jewish reconciliation. In 2005, together with German publishing houses, he initiated the project Paten für Toleranz to support the Jewish Centre Jakobsplatz in Munich.
In 2001, in memory of his late son Felix from his first marriage, Burda established the Felix Burda Foundation dedicated to the early detection and prevention of colon cancer.
Burda has received numerous awards and distinctions for his achievements in publishing and Business, including the European Print Media Prize and the Gold Medal Freedom of Speech of the European Association of Communications Agencies (EACA). In 2002, the title of honorary professor was bestowed on him by the Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg and he received the Grand Cross of Merit. In 2006, the Central Council of Jews in Germany awarded Burda its Leo Baeck prize.
As of November 2015, Forbes estimated his net worth at US$2.6 billion.
