Georgia Frontiere was an American businesswoman and the majority owner of the Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams football team. She was born in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1927 and began her career in the entertainment industry as a singer and actress. In the 1960s, she married Carroll Rosenbloom, the owner of the Baltimore Colts football team, and became involved in the business side of the sport.
After Rosenbloom's death in 1979, Frontiere inherited ownership of the Rams and moved the team from Los Angeles to her hometown of St. Louis in 1995. During her tenure as owner, the Rams experienced both success and controversy. The team won the Super Bowl in 1999 and made another appearance in 2002, but also faced criticism for poor management decisions and a lack of investment in the team.
Frontiere was known for her philanthropic efforts, particularly in the areas of animal welfare and the arts. She was a major supporter of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and donated millions of dollars to various animal charities.
Frontiere passed away in 2008 at the age of 80. Her legacy as a pioneering female owner in the male-dominated world of professional sports continues to inspire women in the industry today.
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