Former Milwaukee Bucks owner and U.S. senator from Wisconsin Herb Kohl passed away on Wednesday at 88 years old.
Kohl purchased the Bucks in 1985 for $18 million to keep the team from leaving the city.
“Through his purchase of the team, Senator Kohl ensured that the Bucks would stay in Milwaukee and remain an important pillar of the community.
“There was never any doubt about his extraordinary commitment to the franchise and city that he loved, and his vision and unparalleled financial contribution towards a new arena in Milwaukee will forever be remembered,” said Adam Silver in a statement.
Kohl, who contributed $100 million to building Fiserv Forum, sold the team in 2014.