Dinny Phipps remembered: ‘He won the Triple Crown of life’ (The Associated Press)
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg was among those who spoke with admiration and respect for the owner and breeder of thoroughbred horses who died last Wednesday at the age of 75. Bloomberg told a near-capacity gathering of about 1,000 people in St. James Church that Phipps earned ”his place in the winner’s circle. ”He brought joy to so many people here,” added Bloomberg, a billionaire whose wealth is managed by Phipps’ Bessemer’s Trust.