Warren Buffett hasn't drunk water in 50 years. At least, that's what he told Bill Ackman.
Billionaire investor Bill Ackman recounted a story where Warren Buffett claimed he has not consumed water in nearly 50 years. Buffett, known for his affinity for Cherry Coke and fast food, has maintained this unconventional hydration habit for decades.
Why it matters
The anecdote highlights the eccentric personal habits of one of the world's most influential business figures, reinforcing his long-standing brand association with Coca-Cola.
Warren Buffett is a longtime fan of Cherry Coke. Daniel Acker/Bloomberg via Getty Images Warren Buffett once told Bill Ackman over dinner that he hadn't had a glass of water for five decades. Ackman recounted the story on a podcast this week discussing his relationship with the investing legend. Buffett, 96, famously drinks five cans of Coke a day and lives on fast food and sweet treats. Warren Buffett hasn't had a glass of water since at least the 1970s. That's what the 96-year-old business icon once told Bill Ackman, the billionaire hedge fund manager recalled during an episode of the Equity Mates Investing podcast that aired this week. Ackman said that Buffett came over for dinner at his home "years ago," and he'd made sure to stock up on the legendary investor's favorite drink, Cherry Coke .
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