John Jacob Astor III
American financer and philanthropist
Died when: 67 years 257 days (812 months)Star Sign: Gemini

John Jacob Astor III (June 10, 1822 – February 22, 1890) was an American financier, philanthropist and a soldier during the American Civil War. He was a prominent member of the Astor family, becoming the wealthiest member in his generation and the founder of the English branch of the family.
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