Richard Sackler was born on March 10, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois. He is a member of the Sackler family, known for their ownership of Purdue Pharma, the company that developed the controversial painkiller OxyContin. Richard Sackler served as the president of Purdue Pharma and has been heavily involved in the company’s operations and marketing strategies. Throughout his career, he has faced criticism for his role in promoting OxyContin, which has been linked to the opioid crisis in the United States.
| Personal Details | Bio Data |
|---|---|
| Name: | Richard Sackler |
| Date of Birth: | March 10, 1945 |
| Nationality: | American |
| Occupation: | Businessman, Former President of Purdue Pharma |
| Education: | BA in Psychology from Columbia University, MD from NYU School of Medicine |
