West Ham’s co-chairman David Gold has died at the age of 86 following a short illness, the club confirmed today.
A statement from West Ham noted: “It is with deep sadness that West Ham United FC confirms that our beloved Joint-Chairman David Gold passed away on Wednesday morning following a short illness.
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“David Gold, 86, died peacefully with his devoted daughters, Jacqueline and Vanessa, and his fiancée Lesley, by his side.”
Gold, who grew up at 442 Green Street, directly opposite the Boleyn Ground, was a lifelong Hammer and it was in January 2010 when he fulfilled a dream by becoming co-chairman of the club.
Gold was at Birmingham City for 16 years, selling his shares in 2009 before he and Sullivan took over at West Ham in January 2010.
His tenure at the club oversaw its move to the London Stadium, as well as relegation and subsequent promotion back to the Premier League and playing in the Europa League. Outside of football, Gold was also the chairman of retail chain Ann Summers and previously co-owned an adult magazine company and corporate air service.
Both West Ham and Leeds players will wear black armbands during their Premier League match at Elland Road on Wednesday.
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