Kerry Packer was an influential Australian media mogul, born on December 17, 1937. He was the son of Sir Frank Packer, a prominent newspaper publisher, and took over the family business, PBL Media, after his father's death. Packer expanded his media empire, which included television networks like Nine Network and various publishing interests. Packer was known for his larger-than-life personality and significant contributions to the Australian media landscape. He played a crucial role in the development of Australian television and was also involved in sports, notably through the creation of the World Series Cricket in the late 1970s. He passed away on December 26, 2005.