Brian Thompson

Brian Thompson most commonly refers to Brian Robert Thompson (1974–2024), an American business executive who served as chief executive officer of UnitedHealthcare from 2021 until his death in 2024.

Brian Thompson most commonly refers to Brian Robert Thompson, the American business executive who served as CEO of UnitedHealthcare from 2021 until his death in 2024. The name also applies to other notable individuals, including actor Brian Earl Thompson.

Who he was

Brian Robert Thompson was born July 10, 1974, and worked at UnitedHealthcare from 2004, rising to become its chief executive officer in April 2021. He led the health insurance arm of UnitedHealth Group until his death.

What happened

Thompson was shot and killed outside the New York Hilton Midtown in Manhattan on December 4, 2024. The killing drew major media attention, and authorities later arrested and charged Luigi Mangione in connection with the incident.

Other people with the same name

Brian Thompson is a common name shared by several public figures, including actor Brian Earl Thompson (born 1959), known for roles in film and television. Name-disambiguation pages list other athletes, writers, and professionals.