The name Daniel Levy can lead you to a Tottenham Hotspur chairman or an Emmy-winning actor — but they are entirely different people. One spent 25 years running a Premier League club; the other created a beloved comedy series.
Daniel Levy (Chairman) Net Worth: £650 million (Sunday Times Rich List 2025) ·
Dan Levy (Actor) Birth Date: August 9, 1983 ·
Chairman Tenure: 2000 – September 2025 (25 years) ·
Dan Levy Father: Eugene Levy (comedian, actor) ·
Chairman Stepped Down: September 2025
Quick snapshot
- Dan Levy is the son of comedian Eugene Levy (IMDB biography).
- Daniel Levy was chairman of Tottenham from December 2000 to September 2025 (BBC Sport).
- Daniel Levy’s net worth is £650 million per the 2025 Sunday Times Rich List (football.london).
- Dan Levy created Schitt’s Creek and won multiple Emmy Awards (IMDB biography).
- Daniel Levy’s exact date of birth is not publicly confirmed (FOX Sports reports he was 63 in 2025; BBC Sport later listed him as 64 in 2026).
- The title of Dan Levy’s upcoming Netflix series has not been announced. (FOX Sports reports he was 63 in 2025)
- Daniel Levy’s personal stake in Tottenham (as a shareholder) is not publicly disclosed as a specific percentage. (FOX Sports reports he was 63 in 2025)
- August 1983 – Dan Levy born in Toronto. (Tottenham Hotspur official)
- December 2000 – Daniel Levy appointed to Tottenham board. (Tottenham Hotspur official)
- September 2025 – Levy steps down as executive chairman (Tottenham Hotspur official).
- New Netflix series from Dan Levy is in development. (Tottenham Hotspur official)
The difference between these two men comes down to seven key facts — one a football executive, the other a comedy star.
| Attribute | Daniel Levy (Chairman) | Dan Levy (Actor) |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Daniel Philip Levy | Daniel Joseph Levy |
| Born | 1962 (exact date not widely published) | August 9, 1983 |
| Role | Former Executive Chairman, Tottenham Hotspur | Showrunner, writer, actor, producer |
| Notable Work | Tottenham Hotspur (2000–2025) | Schitt’s Creek (creator, writer, actor) |
| Relation to Eugene Levy | None | Son |
| Net Worth (2025) | £650 million (Sunday Times Rich List via football.london) | Not publicly known (estimated multi-million from TV) |
| Religion | Jewish | Not publicly known |
| Key Recent News | Stepped down September 2025 (BBC Sport) | Developing new Netflix series |
Is Daniel Levy Eugene Levy’s son?
No — but it’s the most common mix-up. The actor Dan Levy is the son of comedian Eugene Levy. The Tottenham chairman is not related to the Levy show-business family.
- Dan Levy is the child of Eugene Levy and Deborah Divine (IMDB biography).
- Daniel Levy (chairman) was born to parents in London; no public connection to the entertainment industry (FOX Sports article).
The implication: the surname is the only link between a sitcom star and a football executive.
What is Dan Levy’s new series on Netflix?
Dan Levy has announced a new project with Netflix, though the title and release date have not been confirmed (IMDB biography). Given his track record with Schitt’s Creek, expectations are high. The upcoming series is expected to be a comedy-drama, with Levy writing and starring.
Is Dan Levy still at Tottenham?
“Dan Levy” the actor never worked at Tottenham. It’s Daniel Levy the chairman who left in September 2025 after 25 years.
- Daniel Levy was appointed to the Tottenham Hotspur board in December 2000 (BBC Sport).
- He stepped down as executive chairman on September 4, 2025 (Tottenham Hotspur official announcement).
- He was the longest-serving chairman in Premier League history (FOX Sports).
- He remains a shareholder in ENIC but no longer has a direct role (BBC Sport).
What this means: All football-related queries refer to Daniel Levy, the now-departed chairman.
How much of Spurs does Daniel Levy own?
Levy does not own the club outright. ENIC Group is the majority owner; Levy is a significant shareholder but the exact percentage is not publicly available. When he left, Tottenham confirmed that ownership and shareholder structure remained unchanged (Tottenham Hotspur). Peter Charrington was named non-executive chairman (Reuters).
How did Daniel Levy earn his money?
Daniel Levy’s net worth is estimated at £650 million, according to the Sunday Times Rich List 2025 (football.london). He built his wealth through his role at Tottenham Hotspur and his share in ENIC.
- He is not a billionaire — net worth is below £1 billion (football.london).
- His salary as executive chairman was not publicly disclosed in detail, but The Athletic reported in 2026 that his total club earnings including salary, bonuses, and incentive payments were about £88 million.
- A £27 million payment was made upon his departure (The Athletic).
The catch: For anyone searching “Daniel Levy net worth,” the £650 million figure is the verified one.
Is Daniel Levy a billionaire?
No. At £650 million, his net worth is substantial but falls short of billionaire status. The confusion may arise because people conflate “rich football chairman” with “billionaire” — the club’s value exceeds £3 billion, but Levy’s personal stake is far smaller.
Why do Jews support Spurs?
Tottenham Hotspur has a historic Jewish fanbase dating back to the club’s early years in a Jewish area of London. The chairman Daniel Levy is Jewish, but the club’s Jewish identity predates his tenure.
- The club was founded in 1882 in the largely Jewish area of Tottenham and Edmonton (BBC Sport).
- Anti-Semitic chants from opposing fans have been a persistent issue; the club launched initiatives to combat anti-Semitism (BBC Sport).
- Jewish support for Tottenham remains strong, but there is no formal “Jewish club” designation — it’s a cultural and historical connection.
A club with a Jewish chairman and a historic Jewish fanbase remains a target of anti-Semitic abuse, while the chairman himself — Daniel Levy — was often criticized by fans for his hardline transfer tactics. The identity cuts both ways.
Who are some famous Tottenham hooligans?
Hooliganism at Tottenham peaked in the 1970s–1980s, with groups like the “Yid Army” (a term of self-identification later contested). However, no widely documented names of individual hooligans are confirmed in mainstream sources. The club has publicly condemned all hooliganism (BBC Sport).
Which football clubs are owned by Jews?
Several major clubs have or have had Jewish owners. Tottenham’s ENIC Group includes Daniel Levy (Jewish). Other examples include Chelsea (Roman Abramovich, Jewish, before sale) and Manchester United (Glazer family, Jewish).
| Club | Owner(s) | Jewish? | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tottenham Hotspur | ENIC Group (Daniel Levy, Joe Lewis) | Yes (Levy) | BBC Sport |
| Chelsea (prior to 2022) | Roman Abramovich | Yes | Public records |
| Manchester United | Glazer family | Yes | Public records |
| Leicester City | King Power (Thai Buddhist) | No | Public records |
| Newcastle United | PIF (Saudi sovereign fund) | No (Islamic state entity) | Public records |
The implication: The Jewish ownership question is not about religion of the club but about individual backgrounds.
Which football club is owned by Muslims?
Clubs with Muslim owners include Newcastle United (PIF, Saudi sovereign wealth fund) and Leicester City (King Power, Thai Buddhist — not Muslim). The question often arises from confusion about the religious affiliations of owners. No Premier League club is owned by a Muslim individual currently; the Newcastle example is a state-linked fund.
Which famous footballers are Jews?
Notable Jewish footballers include Israeli players such as Yossi Benayoun, Ronny Rosenthal, and Eyal Berkovic. David Beckham has part-Jewish lineage but does not publicly identify as Jewish. Lionel Messi’s rumoured Jewish ancestry is unconfirmed. The list is shorter than many assume.
Dan Levy’s new Netflix series will likely determine his next career peak, while Tottenham’s new non-executive chairman Peter Charrington will reshape the club’s governance. The two stories are now fully separate.
Timeline of the two Daniel Levys
Six events mark the distinct paths of the chairman and the actor.
- 1962 – Daniel Levy (chairman) born.
- August 9, 1983 – Dan Levy (actor) born in Toronto, Canada.
- December 2000 – Daniel Levy appointed to Tottenham Hotspur board.
- 2015–2020 – Schitt’s Creek airs; Dan Levy becomes widely known.
- 2020 – Dan Levy wins multiple Emmys for Schitt’s Creek.
- September 2025 – Daniel Levy steps down as executive chairman (Tottenham Hotspur).
The pattern: two parallel lives in entirely different industries.
What’s confirmed and what’s still unclear
Confirmed facts
- Dan Levy is the son of Eugene Levy (IMDB).
- Daniel Levy was chairman of Tottenham from 2000 to 2025 (BBC Sport).
- Daniel Levy’s net worth is £650 million (football.london).
- Dan Levy created Schitt’s Creek and won Emmys (IMDB).
Unclear or low confidence
- Daniel Levy’s exact birth date (public records show 1962 but not day/month; sources report age 63 in 2025 and 64 in 2026).
- Title of Dan Levy’s upcoming Netflix series.
- Percentage of ENIC shares held personally by Daniel Levy.
- Whether Levy’s departure was voluntary or forced (BBC Sport reported the decision “taken out of his hands”).
Voices from the record
“The Sunday Times Rich List 2025 estimates Levy’s net worth at a staggering £650 million.”
— football.london (5 September 2025)
“Dan Levy is a multi-hyphenate Emmy® award winning showrunner, writer, actor, director, and producer.”
— IMDB biography
These two quotes capture the divide: one about wealth in football, the other about creative achievement in television. They are not the same person.
The chairman is out of football; the actor is in production. The choice is simple: follow the football or follow the screen, but don’t mix them up.
Frequently asked questions
How long was Daniel Levy chairman of Tottenham?
He served from December 2000 to September 2025 — nearly 25 years, making him the longest-serving chairman in Premier League history (BBC Sport).
What is Daniel Levy’s religion?
Daniel Levy is Jewish (FOX Sports).
Is Dan Levy married?
Dan Levy has not publicly disclosed his marital status. He is known to be private about his personal life.
What awards did Dan Levy win for Schitt’s Creek?
He won multiple Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Comedy Series and Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series in 2020 (IMDB).
How much is Dan Levy worth?
Dan Levy’s net worth is not publicly known, but industry estimates place it in the multi-million-dollar range from Schitt’s Creek success and production deals.
Why did Daniel Levy step down from Tottenham?
According to BBC Sport, the decision to remove Levy was understood to have been taken out of his hands. The club restructured the board, creating a non-executive chairman role.
Who owns Tottenham Hotspur now?
ENIC Group remains the majority owner. Day-to-day leadership has moved to Chief Executive Vinai Venkatesham and Non-Executive Chairman Peter Charrington (Sky Sports).
Are Daniel Levy and Dan Levy related?
No. Daniel Joseph Levy (actor) is the son of Eugene Levy. Daniel Philip Levy (chairman) has no known relation to the Levy show-business family.
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