Former Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks dies aged 79 as statement released

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The family of the former Liverpool owner have confirmed that he passed away in Dallas on Saturday.Former Liverpool Co-Owner Tom Hicks passed away aged 79.Former Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks has died at the age of 79, his family have confirmed. Although we are devastated by this loss, we are profoundly grateful to have been his children.” Hicks purchased a 50 percent stake in Liverpool back in 2007 alongside co-owner and business partner George Gillett.

Hicks leaves behind his wife of 35 years, Cinda Cree Hicks and the couple's six children. Under Hicks and Gillett's ownership, Liverpool failed to win a trophy.

Liverpool fans protested against Hicks and Gillett during their ownership of the club. A falling out between Hicks and Gillett led to the club being out up for sale in April 2010.