A $1.6 billion redevelopment plan proposes reducing Detroit's Renaissance Center from five to three towers, adding residential units, office space, and a riverfront park. The project, led by Dan Gilbert's Bedrock and General Motors, seeks $250 million in state support. The plan aims to modernize the site for mixed-use, including entertainment and dining, while addressing post-pandemic shifts in office space demand. However, the proposal faces skepticism from lawmakers and real estate experts over taxpayer funding and the impact on Detroit's skyline.
Cleveland is making a formal bid to host a WNBA expansion team, spearheaded by Dan Gilbert, owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Rock Entertainment Group plans to submit a proposal as the WNBA aims to expand to 16 teams by 2028. Cleveland officials believe the city's strong sports culture and infrastructure make it an ideal candidate. The city previously hosted the Cleveland Rockers, a WNBA team from 1997 to 2003. The WNBA is experiencing growth, with increased viewership and merchandise sales, making this an opportune time for expansion.
Dan Gilbert's real estate firm, Bedrock, has officially named its skyscraper project on the former J.L. Hudson’s department store site as Hudson’s Detroit, paying homage to the site's historical legacy. The development, which broke ground in 2017, will feature 1.5 million square feet of office, retail, food, residential, hotel, and event space, with construction ongoing through the spring in a phased approach.
Dan Gilbert, founder of Quicken Loans, and his wife Jennifer have donated $375 million towards the construction of a physical medicine and rehabilitation facility in Detroit, in honor of their late son who suffered from neurofibromatosis. The facility will be part of Henry Ford Health's campus expansion and will provide care for conditions such as stroke recovery and spinal cord injury. The Gilberts also announced the establishment of the Nick Gilbert Neurofibromatosis Research Institute in partnership with Henry Ford Health and Michigan State University Health Sciences. The total cost of construction and operation for both initiatives is estimated to be $439 million over 10 years.
Nick Gilbert, the son of Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert, has died at the age of 26 due to complications related to neurofibromatosis (NF1), a genetic condition that causes non-cancerous tumors to grow on the brain, spinal cord, and skin. Gilbert rose to prominence when he represented the Cavs at the 2011 NBA draft lottery, which was won by Cleveland. The Cavs later used the pick on Duke PG Kyrie Irving, who became a perennial All-Star and later paired with Cavs legend LeBron James to win a championship in 2016. The younger Gilbert represented the Cavs at several more draft lotteries, including when Cleveland earned the No. 1 pick in 2013 and 2014.
Nick Gilbert, the son of Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert, passed away at the age of 26 due to complications related to neurofibromatosis 1. Gilbert was known for being the Cavs' good luck charm during several NBA Draft Lotteries and for his signature bow ties. The team honored Gilbert and others with neurofibromatosis during their 2022-23 season. The Gilbert family founded NF Forward, a nonprofit organization that raises awareness about neurofibromatosis and funds cutting-edge research about the disorder. A funeral service will be held for Gilbert in Michigan on May 9.
Nick Gilbert, the son of Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert, has died at the age of 26 due to complications related to neurofibromatosis 1 (NF1), a genetic condition that causes tumors to grow along nerves. Nick became known to NBA fans as a bowtie-wearing talisman for Cleveland in the draft lottery, where the team defied steep odds and won the No. 1 pick in 2011, which they used to select Kyrie Irving. The Gilbert family established a nonprofit organization, NF Forward, to support research of neurofibromatosis.
Nick Gilbert, the son of Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert, has died at the age of 26. Gilbert, who had neurofibromatosis, became a good luck charm for the team at NBA draft lotteries, famously quipping "What's not to like?" when the Cavs won the No. 1 pick in 2011. The team dedicated their 2022-23 season to him, wearing bowtie emblems on their warmups to raise awareness for the disease. Gilbert's funeral will be held on Tuesday.
Nick Gilbert, the 26-year-old son of Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert, has died from complications related to neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder he was diagnosed with at 15 months old. Nick was known as the Cavs' good luck charm at NBA draft lotteries, where the team won the top pick in 2011, 2013, and 2014. He is survived by his parents and four siblings. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday in Michigan.
Nick Gilbert, son of Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert, has died at the age of 26 due to neurofibromatosis, a genetic condition causing non-cancerous tumors to grow along the nerves. Nick was known for representing the Cavaliers at the NBA draft lottery and was present when the team got the No. 1 pick twice. The Gilbert family launched a foundation in 2017 to fund research grants towards finding a cure for Type 1 neurofibromatosis. The Cavaliers dedicated the past season to Nick and other neurofibromatosis patients, wearing bowtie emblems during their warmups.
Nick Gilbert, the son of Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert, has died at the age of 26. Gilbert, who had neurofibromatosis, became a good luck charm for the team at NBA draft lotteries and represented them at several events. The Cavaliers dedicated their 2022-23 season to him and wore bowtie emblems on their warmups to raise awareness for the disease. Gilbert's funeral will be held on Tuesday.
Nick Gilbert, the son of Cleveland Cavaliers team owner Dan Gilbert, has died at the age of 26 due to neurofibromatosis, a genetic condition that causes non-cancerous tumors to grow on the brain, spinal cord, and skin. Gilbert became a viral sensation when he wore a bow tie and dark-rimmed glasses at the 2011 NBA Draft lottery, where the Cavaliers ended up getting the No. 1 pick and selected Kyrie Irving. He represented the team at several more lotteries, and Cleveland dedicated its 2022-23 season to him, wearing bowtie emblems on their warm-up jerseys to honor him and raise awareness for the disease.
Nick Gilbert, the son of Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert, has died at the age of 26. Gilbert, who had neurofibromatosis, became a good luck charm for the team at NBA draft lotteries, famously quipping "What's not to like?" when the Cavs secured the No. 1 pick in 2011. The team dedicated their 2022-23 season to him and wore bowtie emblems on their warmups to raise awareness for the disease. Gilbert's funeral will be held on Tuesday.
Nick Gilbert, the son of Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert, has died at the age of 26 due to a lifelong battle with neurofibromatosis. Nick was a familiar face to NBA fans as he represented the Cavaliers at the NBA draft lottery, bringing good luck to the team twice. The Gilberts launched a foundation to fund research grants towards finding a cure for Type 1 neurofibromatosis, and the Cavaliers dedicated their recently concluded season to Nick and others affected by the condition.
Nicolas Gilbert, the son of Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert, has passed away at the age of 26 due to neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder that causes tumors to form on nerve tissue. Gilbert gained national attention during the 2011 NBA Draft Lottery as the Cavs' representative and good luck charm. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday at the Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan.
